Executive Assistant to CEO – Immediate Start | Temporary Full-Time
Your new company
Are you an experienced Executive Assistant ready to hit the ground running? Our client, a person within the local government sector, is seeking a highly capable Executive Assistant to support their CEO and Mayor on a temporary full-time basis, with the potential to extend.
Your current role
As the Executive Assistant, you will coordinate and manage all areas of support to the CEO and Mayor. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve:
- Be the first point of contact for the CEO and Mayor; redirect and manage enquiries as needed.
- Manage diaries, schedule appointments, and coordinate travel and accommodation
- Prepare agendas and take minutes for Council meetings using Infocouncil
- Distribute Council documents and ensure legislative compliance with document handling
- Support administrative functions across governance, councillor services, grants, and land management
- Ensure procurement processes and credit card usage meet policy standards
- Support communications related to strategic initiatives, community engagement, and advocacy
- Maintain strict confidentiality and professional conduct at all times
What you'll need to succeed
- Demonstrated experience as an EA or PA to a CEO, Director, or senior executive
- Exceptional time management and organisational skills
- Ability to remain composed and effective in high-stress scenarios
- High Level MS Office skills
- Relevant qualifications in Local Government, Business, or Tertiary studies – or an equivalent combination of experience and education
What you'll get in return
In return, you will gain a full-time temporary contract starting early August with a Local Government Organisation, Monday – Thursday, 8.00am – 4.45pm, Friday 8am – 12:15pm. As well as an attractive salary + super.
The position is an hour outside of Cairns, so willingness to commute an hour each way must be taken into account.
What you need to do now
Grace Dunn is recruiting for this vacancy. For a confidential discussion about this role, or to receive a copy of the position description, please contact Grace Dunn on 07 4049 2969 or Grace.Dunn@hays.com.au
At Hays, we value diversity and are passionate about placing people in a role where they can flourish and succeed. We actively encourage people from a diverse background to apply.#2957345
📌 Executive Assistant to the CEO and Mayor
🏢 Hays
📍 Cairns