Executive Assistant

2 weeks ago


Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Graham Consulting Full time
Role with plenty of variety & projects

  • Unique organisation involved in the community
  • Senior role working closely with the CEO
Our client is a highly regarded Canterbury organisation that plays a unique role in the community. It's a fun, organised and vibrant place to work and this opportunity offers you a position full of variety.

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Executive Assistant to support the Chief Executive.

As well as the daily expectations of the role you will work closely with the Senior Leadership team on a number of interesting projects and assignments.


Key responsibilities will include:

  • Diary management, anticipating needs and meeting preparation
  • Managing correspondence and responding appropriately
  • Producing documents, reports and presentations
  • Organising travel and accommodation
  • Attending board meetings, preparation of board packs & minute taking
  • Coordination & management of HR systems
  • IT & Fleet management/ maintenance
  • Ad hoc project work

Ideal skills & experience

  • A minimum of 35 years' experience as an EA or PA working for a GM or senior executive
  • A relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent workplace experience in areas such as HR, Administration & Business Management
  • Strong organisational skills to complete projects by timesensitive deadlines
  • Excellent communication and relationship management skills
  • Sound IT Skills and a minimum of intermediate level MS Office experience
  • High degree of confidentiality and professionalism, including an ability to handle multiple projects and work well under pressure

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