Executive Assistant to the CEO
About Us
We are a fast-growing, purpose-driven eCommerce brand, committed to delivering clean, innovative products and building an empowered community. Led by our Founder & CEO, the business has scaled into a market leader with a strong digital presence, a loyal customer base, and exciting plans for continued growth.
We are now seeking a highly experienced
Executive Assistant (EA)
to work directly with our CEO. This role will initially be offered as
maternity cover
, however for the right person, it is a
long-term opportunity
to grow with the brand, contribute at a leadership level, and play a key part in the company's future.
The Role
As the EA, you will be at the heart of the business, supporting the CEO in both strategic and day-to-day operations. You will anticipate needs, manage priorities, and act as a trusted partner, sometimes representing the CEO in meetings and decision-making forums. This role requires not just organisation and support, but also
leadership qualities
to hold the wider team accountable and help drive execution across the business.
This is not a role for someone who wants to sit back you will be hands-on across many aspects of the brand, from coordinating projects to scheduling emails, supporting with backend website updates, and ensuring communication flows seamlessly. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, learns quickly, and is excited to take on new challenges.
Key Responsibilities
* Partner closely with the CEO as her trusted confidant, providing seamless support and acting as her second brain.
* Proactively manage the CEO's calendar, inbox, travel, and priorities to ensure focus on high-value work.
* Support with project management across eCommerce, marketing, product launches, and brand initiatives.
* Represent the CEO in meetings when required, ensuring actions and follow-ups are delivered with clarity.
* Work closely with the leadership team to drive accountability, ensuring projects are completed on time and to a high standard.
* Anticipate business needs and prepare the CEO with all information required for meetings, presentations, and strategic decisions.
* Assist with hands-on operational tasks such as scheduling emails, updating backend website content, or coordinating digital assets.
* Strengthen communication and alignment across the team, acting as a bridge between the CEO and wider business.
* Manage relationships with key stakeholders including partners, and external agencies.
* Maintain confidentiality and discretion in all aspects of work.
About You
* Experience:
5+ years as an EA or similar senior support role, ideally within a fast-paced eCommerce, retail, or digital brand environment.
* Leadership:
Strong ability to hold others accountable, influence respectfully, and represent the CEO with professionalism.
* Business Acumen:
Clear understanding of eCommerce operations, marketing, and brand-building.
* Can-Do Attitude:
You thrive on learning new systems and tasks quickly, whether it's scheduling campaigns, supporting with backend updates, or tackling a new challenge head-on.
* Proactive & Organised:
Always thinking two steps ahead and able to bring calm and structure to a fast-moving environment.
* Communication:
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills with the ability to represent the CEO in high-level settings.
* Tech-Savvy:
Confident using digital tools (Google Workspace, Slack, Asana, Shopify familiarity is a plus).
* Long-Term Mindset:
While this role begins as maternity cover, you are looking for stability, commitment, and an opportunity to grow within the business.
* Energy & Attitude:
Brings enthusiasm, positivity, and a genuine passion for contributing to a brand with purpose.
* Why Join Us?
* Start in a maternity cover role, with high potential to transition into a permanent, long-term position.
* A unique opportunity to grow alongside an innovative, values-driven eCommerce brand.
* Work side by side with a visionary CEO and contribute directly to the success of the business.
To be considered, Please email .COM.AU along with a short video of yourself. Please note this does not need to be professional just filmed on your iphone. Please answer the below questions.
1. Tell us about yourself?
2. What experience do you have?
3. Anything else you'd like to add.
Applications closing soon.