Executive Assistant to Managing Director

About the role

A well-established national property organisation is looking for an experienced Executive Assistant to partner with its Managing Director in a commercially focused, fast-paced environment. This is not a traditional Executive Assistant role: the business wants someone who acts as a strategic support partner, takes an interest in the wider organisation and contributes beyond day-to-day executive support. The role is based in Cremorne, in a close-knit local office backed by the resources of a large national group.

Key responsibilities

• Take ownership of the Managing Director's priorities and become involved in the broader operations of the business
• Manage the executive's calendar, meetings and competing priorities so they align with business objectives
• Coordinate domestic and international travel, accommodation and detailed itineraries
• Prepare presentations, reports, meeting papers and executive correspondence
• Attend leadership meetings, capture key discussions and follow through on actions and outcomes
• Act as a key liaison between senior leadership, internal teams and external stakeholders
• Support business planning, reporting and strategic initiatives, and take ownership of projects beyond traditional executive support
• Anticipate business needs, identify issues and put solutions in place proactively
• Work with corporate services teams to coordinate resources and improve processes and efficiencies

Required profile

• Experienced Executive Assistant or strategic business support professional seeking more than a traditional support position
• Enjoys being close to the action and understanding how a business operates
• Experience in property, construction or the broader built environment is advantageous but not essential