Executive Assistant to General Counsel

About the role

This is a high‑impact, trusted support position for the General Counsel of a leading Australian financial services firm. You will work closely with senior legal leadership, providing comprehensive administrative assistance in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the General Counsel’s complex diary and travel arrangements.
• Collate quarterly board and committee papers and prepare meeting materials.
• Support the corporate governance team and coordinate legal training sessions.
• Handle correspondence, expense reporting, and proactively anticipate the team’s needs.

Required profile

• 10+ years of Executive Assistant or Personal Assistant experience, preferably in banking or financial services.
• Exceptional discretion and professionalism when dealing with confidential matters.
• Strong stakeholder management, communication skills, and a solutions‑focused mindset.
• Calm under pressure, highly organised, and able to manage competing priorities.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word.
• Proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft SharePoint.

What we offer

• A differentiated, entrepreneurial environment backed by the resources of an established firm.
• Opportunity to work directly with a highly regarded General Counsel.
• Collegiate culture with high standards and interesting, varied work.
• Long‑term career home where contributions are valued.