Executive Assistant to Director – Perth

About the role

Fortescue is looking for an Executive Assistant to provide high‑level support to a newly promoted Director leading a large global team. This role demands a proactive professional who can anticipate needs, manage competing priorities and maintain discretion in a fast‑moving environment.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive executive and personal assistance, including calendar management, travel coordination and meeting logistics.
• Act as the primary point of contact, handling inboxes, drafting correspondence and preparing executive communications.
• Support accounts payable processes such as purchase requisitions, orders, supplier invoices and expense reconciliations.
• Prepare and coordinate board papers, executive briefs, presentations and internal reports.
• Assist in drafting board recommendations, legal briefs, commercial summaries and strategic background material.
• Conduct research, consolidate information and provide high‑quality insights for leadership decision‑making.

Required profile

• Significant experience as an Executive Assistant or in a senior corporate support role.
• Proven ability to handle confidential and commercially sensitive information with integrity.
• Exceptional organisational skills, attention to detail and the capacity to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication with a polished, professional demeanor.
• Flexible mindset, willing to work outside standard hours and travel occasionally.

Required skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel

What we offer

• Opportunity to work with a global leader in the resources and energy sector.
• Inclusive culture that values diversity and encourages personal growth.
• Competitive benefits and a supportive work environment.