Senior Executive Officer

About the role

The Super Members Council (SMC), a national peak body representing more than 12 million Australians with retirement savings in profit-to-member superannuation funds, is recruiting a Senior Executive Officer. The role supports a well-respected CEO and the broader leadership team, keeping the Office of the Chief Executive running smoothly so the CEO can focus on strategy, operations and initiatives. It is advertised through the recruiter HorizonOne.

Key responsibilities

• Support the CEO and Executive team with strategic tasks, information requests and decisions
• Coordinate insights and recommendations on emerging policy, parliamentary and industry developments
• Manage the CEO's calendar, inbox, administration and competing priorities
• Anticipate challenges and proactively identify solutions that improve office efficiency
• Coordinate weekly executive meetings, tracking actions and deadlines
• Coordinate cross-functional SMC activity requiring CEO oversight and quarterly tracking reports of the strategic business plan
• Assist the Company Secretary with Board and Committee meeting papers
• Manage travel arrangements, itineraries and expense reconciliations
• Oversee drafting, review and distribution of CEO correspondence, briefing papers and presentations
• Provide executive assistant support to the EGM Strategic Data & Insights team and others where required
• Oversee the day-to-day management of the Canberra office

Required profile

• Significant experience supporting C-level executives, ideally in a fast-paced environment such as a Big 4 firm, a large peak body, a commercial business or a political environment
• High EQ, maturity and the ability to anticipate and solve problems before they arise
• Strong judgement, decision-making and people skills
• Ability to work across competing deadlines and collaborate with four executives
• Experience in secretariat, corporate governance and board support

What we offer

• Salary of $120k - $150k plus 13.5% superannuation
• Flexible working arrangements and WFH options

To apply, use the online application link provided in the advert, or contact the recruiter for a confidential discussion.