Randstad is currently recruiting for a skilled Executive Assistant to work within a busy Government Department. This role will require excellent communication and organisational skills whilst supporting a senior executive and must be available for an immediate start.

• $40-45 per hour + Superannuation
• Full Time Hours, 9:00am - 5:00pm Monday - Friday
• Immediate commencement within a busy State Government Department

About the role

We are currently seeking a skilled Executive Assistant - in this role, you will be required to:

• Work efficiently and effectively in a fast paced environment.
• Manage competing demands, using high level organisational skills, with an ability to multitask, and juggle priorities whilst considering future business needs.
• Demonstrate commitment to build productive relationships, including with Ministerial offices, Government departments and industry, by communicating well verbally and in writing.
• Work autonomously under limited direction, whilst also being able to contribute to the Department to achieve required outcomes.
• Manage correspondence and liaising with officer’s in the Department to coordinate high quality responses.
• Manage confidential flows of information, in line with Departmental policies and procedures, with an awareness of current media issues, and Government priorities.

Skills and Experience

• Demonstrated experience in providing executive support services to senior executives in a fast paced environment with changing priorities.
• Demonstrates collaborative working style and ability to listen and respond to the needs of Executives and the Department. Whilst maintaining a high degree of confidentiality.
• Professional communication approach, holding a high standard of written and verbal communication styles. Maintaining a high level of attention to detail and confidentiality.
• Utilises technology through a solid understanding of Microsoft software applications and is willing to learn and try new technology tools to improve role effectiveness.
• Shows leadership and commitment to safety and wellbeing of self and others.

Benefits

• Working in a fast paced and growing Government Department
• Above average hourly remuneration
• Excellent opportunity to grow Executive Assistant skills and experience

How to apply

Click APPLY or contact Emma McMahon on 08 8468 8019 (emma.mcmahon@randstad.com.au) for a confidential discussion.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.