Executive Assistant to CEO (12‑month Parental Leave Cover)

About the role

Support the global CEO of CAR Group, ensuring daily operations run smoothly across multiple time zones and markets. This 12‑month parental leave cover role offers exposure to senior leadership and a fast‑paced environment.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the CEO’s diary, emails, calls, travel and accommodation arrangements.
• Prioritise tasks, process expense claims, reconcile credit cards and handle board meeting logistics, including scheduling, catering and preparing monthly board packs.
• Provide ad‑hoc support to the wider Executive Leadership Team such as agenda creation, minute taking, travel booking and document preparation.
• Handle confidential information with discretion and keep the CEO informed of changing priorities and key issues.

Required profile

• Extensive experience supporting senior or executive managers in a high‑volume environment.
• Strong attention to detail, ability to prioritise and thrive in a fast‑changing setting.
• Proactive, results‑focused work ethic with excellent communication skills.
• Ability to build sustainable relationships with internal and external stakeholders while maintaining confidentiality.

Required skills

• Advanced diary and email management.
• Travel coordination and expense processing.
• Board meeting preparation and minute taking.

What we offer

• Opportunity to work closely with the CEO and senior leadership.
• Recognition as one of Australia’s Best Workplaces™ and a Family Friendly Workplace.
• 24 weeks paid parental leave for primary caregivers, plus additional paid leave options.
• Flexible working arrangements and support for diverse backgrounds.