Executive Assistant

Job title : Executive Assistant
Location : Sydney
Job type : Contract or Temp
Contact name : Nikki Herden
Job reference : 1543446EA
The Position

An exceptional opportunity has become available for an experienced Executive Assistant to join a well-known, national leader based in Sydney's CBD supporting 2 Partners and the wider team, on a 12 month fixed term contract. This is a critical business position offering long term opportunities to add value.
 
The Role
  
The Executive Assistant will play a crucial role in supporting with the partners and wider team, to ensure their days run seamlessly. Your duties will include but not be limited to:  
  • Diary management - arranging and confirming meetings including securing meeting rooms for senior business leaders
  • Inbox management - drafting and responding to emails
  • Screening phone calls, inquiries and handling requests
  • Meeting and greeting visitors as required
  • Acting as point of contact between internal stakeholders
  • Expense management and processing
  • Travel arrangements (inclusive of flights, transfers, accommodation and car hire)
  • Supporting the wider team through coaching and mentoring, working collaboratively to share best practice, answer general reception calls, provide overflow and backfill support as required

Skills & Experience
  • Minimum 2 years stable experience working as an Executive Assistant based within a fast paced and busy industry
  • Hands on and proactive attitude, adaptable at handling multiple tasks
  • Confidence and experience in building relationships including managing key stakeholders
  • Provide a highly professional, courteous and responsive approach internally and externally at all times
  • Impeccable communication skills
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Proven knowledge of MS packages including Word, PowerPoint and Excel
  • Strong organisational and time management skills
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and work well under pressure
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines

The Client
 
Sharp & Carter are proud to partner with this highly reputable organisation to appoint an Executive Assistant to support the Partners and wider consulting team during this busy time.

This is a rare opportunity to join a business that has consistently gone from strength to strength and is known for their high performing and inclusive culture. Our client is looking for an Executive Assistant that will join their business on a minimum 12 month fixed term contract, and quickly become an integral part of the team.

This role will offer you a competitive salary package and hybrid working options once all onboarding has been completed. 

How to Apply

Sharp & Carter often have a range of positions available that may not yet be advertised. If you feel this opportunity is interesting yet not quite right, then we recommend still putting in an application or sending your CV directly to the email address below. That way we can contact you to find out more about your career goals and aspirations, and we will ensure you stay updated and aware of exciting new vacancies in the market. 

For more information about this opportunity, please connect with Nikki Herden on the details listed below:

Nikki Herden
Director – NSW Business Support
nherden@sharpandcarter.com.au