Executive Assistant to Managing Director

Job title : Executive Assistant to Managing Director
Location : Melbourne
Job type : Permanent or Full Time
Salary : Base plus superannuation
Contact name : Elise Dawson
Contact email : edawson@sharpandcarter.com.au
Job reference : 1523369
About the role 

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and professional Executive Assistant to support the Managing Director and General Manager of a reputable logistics company in a dynamic and supportive role. The ideal person will have the ability to forward plan and have previous experience operating in environments where they are heavily relied upon to undertake a multitude of tasks.
  
Responsibilities
 
Supporting the Managing Director and General Manager your role would involve:
  • Complex diary and calender management 
  • Prioritising and ensuring that reports, business papers and correspondence are dealt with efficiently and promptly (formatting, binding, dispatch, proof reading)
  • Organising travel and other related arrangements (flights, transfers hotel bookings)
  • Screening telephone calls
  • Advice the CEO of matters requiring personal attention, with associated deadlines, and preparing relevant documentation
  • Setup for meetings including any required catering
  • Assists with letters and presentations
  • Carry out special projects as allocated by CEO
Skills and Experience
 
• Experience supporting a C-Suite Executive is advantageous 
• Ability to prioritise and stay one step ahead
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal
• Ability to build exceptional rapport with clients
• Overall great team player
• High degree of attention to detail
• Excellent planning and organisation skills while being extremely flexible
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office packages Outlook, Excel & Word
• Excellent time management skills
• Highly organised and able to prioritise tasks effectively
• Awareness of social media and online capabilities

About the client
 
Based in the Melbourne's south-eastern suburbs, this organisation is a leading logistics company renowned for their high quality products and support. This is a permanent role that requires an individual that will bring a "can do" attitude to a tight-knit and friendly team.
 
To apply please follow the link below or for a confidential discussion please phone Elise Dawson on 03 9616 2650.