Exciting permanent opportunity for an inspired professional Executive Assistant
**Your new company**
Our client, the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters, is a dynamic local government body located on Adelaide’s eastern city fringe. Dedicated to delivering high quality service to their cosmopolitan and culturally diverse community, our client promotes community engagement and are committed to improving the overall wellbeing of their citizens. An exciting opportunity is now available for an experienced Executive Assistant to join the Chief Executive’s Office on a permanent full-time basis and contribute to the excellence in service delivery.
**Your recent role**
As the Executive Assistant you will be responsible for the provision of high-level administrative support to the Manager, Chief Executive’s Office. Your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
- Document preparation, calendar management and triage of meetings
- Proactive management and preparation of correspondence
- Assessing and resolving enquiries
- Maintaining and reporting on the current correspondence log and action to follow up
- Assisting with preparation, review and approval of Council Committee Reports
- Development and implementation of policies and procedures
- Preparation of agendas, minutes and coordination of follow-up actions
- Provide confidential administrative support the Chief Executive’s Office
In addition, you will also be required to liaise with stakeholders providing high level customer service and support to all other business units across the council as required.
**What you'll need to succeed**
To be considered for this role, you will have:
- Proven high-level communication and interpersonal skills to promote collaborative working relationships, ensuring documents are clearly written, and distributed in a timely manner
- Excellent attention to detail and exceptional organisation time management
- Ability to identify and resolve issues proactively
- Proven ability to understand and follow procedures and policies
- Proficiency in MS Office
- A Certificate level qualification or equivalent in Business Administration is desirable
- Completion of Secondary School Education is essential
- A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a related role
- Experience in Local Government will be advantageous, but is not essential
**What you'll get in return**
In return for your hard work and dedication, you will receive a competitive salary package, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to work in a supportive and collaborative team environment. You will also have the satisfaction of knowing that you are contributing to the well-being of the thriving community of Norwood, Payneham and St Peters.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
**LHS 297508**#2775135
📌 Executive Assistant
🏢 Hays
📍 Adelaide