Executive Assistant

About the role

The Executive Assistant will provide trusted, high‑level support to Murdoch University’s Senior Leadership Team, including the Vice Chancellor. Working at the heart of the Office of the Vice Chancellor, you will help ensure smooth executive operations and contribute to strategic initiatives that shape the university’s future.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate complex calendars, meetings and travel arrangements for senior leaders.
• Manage competing priorities and ensure timely delivery of strategic tasks.
• Handle confidential information with professionalism and sound judgement.
• Facilitate effective communication across a diverse stakeholder network.
• Support the preparation of briefing materials, reports and presentations.

Required profile

• Proven experience as an executive assistant in a fast‑paced, high‑profile environment.
• Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills.
• High level of discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Tertiary qualification or equivalent experience.

Required skills

What we offer

• Continuous full‑time role (37.5 hrs/week) with a salary range of $101K‑$112K plus 17% superannuation.
• Flexible work arrangements and a supportive, diverse workplace.
• Cultural Load allowance up to $8,944 per year for First Nations employees.
• Salary packaging options, employee assistance program, and on‑campus facilities such as childcare, gym, vet hospital and chiropractic clinic.
• Commitment to LGBTIQA+ inclusion, Indigenous engagement and sustainability goals (net‑zero emissions by 2030).