Executive Officer – Senior Executive Support

About the role

KordaMentha is seeking an Executive Officer to provide high‑impact support to the Service Line Lead and a senior Partner in the Public Sector Group. This role partners closely with senior leadership to translate strategy into action and maintain an effective operating rhythm.

Key responsibilities

• Partner with the Service Line Lead and Partner as a trusted adviser, driving strategic priorities, business planning and leadership initiatives.
• Manage complex executive calendars, aligning time with high‑value client, commercial and leadership priorities.
• Coordinate travel, expenses, CRM maintenance, reporting and business administration.
• Organise domestic and interstate travel, including flights, accommodation and itineraries.
• Prepare and process expense claims, reimbursements and reconciliations.
• Coordinate client and stakeholder events with Event Coordinators and Marketing.
• Drive the operating rhythm of the leadership team, tracking actions, commitments, milestones and strategic priorities.
• Prepare high‑quality presentations, reports, briefing papers, agendas and executive communications.
• Anticipate business needs, identify risks, dependencies and opportunities for leadership attention.
• Act as central coordination point across the Public Sector Group, connecting stakeholders, teams and initiatives nationally.

Required profile

• Significant experience as a senior Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant or Executive Officer.
• Proven ability to translate executive priorities into actionable plans, milestones and accountabilities.
• Experience supporting senior executives in professional services, advisory, government or consulting environments.
• Strong organisational skills, discretion and ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast‑paced setting.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication with a polished professional style.

Required skills

• Advanced Microsoft Office suite – Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel.
• Proficiency with CRM systems, SharePoint, video‑conferencing platforms and document‑management tools.
• Experience using AI tools to improve processes and efficiency.