Executive Assistant

Executive Assistant job in Melbourne CBD. $43ph, 6 month contract, immediate start.

Your new company
This Federal Government organisation is seeking a highly experienced Executive Assistant to join the team for a 6 month contract (with possible extension) located in Melbourne CBD.

Your new role
As an Executive Assistant you will undertake a broad range of administrative tasks:

• Coordination of meetings and events, including taking minutes for key meetings and diary management.
• Monitoring of key deadlines and activities through the use of Microsoft Outlook and other tools including OneNote.
• Monitoring and managing emails and calls and responding on behalf of the National Manager.

• Work flexibly as part of teams and independently across a range of projects at the same time.

• Managing and reconciling travel arrangements.
• Creating reports to collate and present data using a range of computer systems, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Financial reconciliation and undertaking purchasing and payment of accounts.

What you'll need to succeed

• Demonstrated previous Executive Assistant experience supporting at a senior level is crucial
• Previous experience in Australian Federal Government or State Government is essential
• Background in banking or finance administration favourable
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
• A well-developed understanding or ability to quickly acquire an understanding of the role, purpose and objectives of the organisation
• Demonstrated experience and ability to effectively develop and manage budgets and develop business and governance policies
• Able to engage, support and work collaboratively with other people, including the ability to contribute/respond/inform others, manage and coordinate a range of contractors and contractual arrangements.
• Highly motivated and resilient outlook
• Demonstrated ability to plan, organise and prioritise a demanding workload in a high paced environment.
• Work in a flexible environment and adapt to meet immediate and future challenges
• Be accountable for accurate completion of work within time frames and with quality outcomes.

What you'll get in return
You will be remunerated with an attractive hourly rate of $43 per hour plus superannuation and gain experience working in a high profile Federal Government organisation.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, please email an updated CV to Chanelle Castro on cha******@******.au + click to reveal . Please note that due to the high volume of applications, only successful candidates will be contacted.

SA Licence number : LHS 297508