Federal Government | Full time | Geelong VIC
**Your new company**
Hays Geelong are the preferred supplier choice to Federal, State and Local Government organisations as well as leading employers in Health, Technology, Insurance, Education and Utilities across Geelong and Western Victoria.
I am currently partnered with a Federal Government Agency who is seeking an APS4 Executive Assistant for a full time, 18 month temporary assignment with the possibility of extension.
**Your new role**
The APS4 Executive Assistant is accountable under general direction to undertake moderately complex activities and tasks within established procedures and guidance. It will have a considerable level of contact with internal and external stakeholders. Responsibilities include:
- Completing operational and/or administrative tasks of moderate complexity or difficulty.
- Preparing replies to correspondence, briefing material and handling confidential papers.
- Scheduling meetings and preparing documentation for committees and projects.
- Undertaking research and investigations as requested.
- Coordinating official meetings, travel arrangements and official functions on behalf of the branch, Regional Manager, and other Agency staff.
- Providing high level administrative support on personnel and financial matters within the Agency.
**What you'll need to succeed**
To succeed as the APS4 Executive Assistant, you will need:
- Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, MS Teams)
- Experience in an Administrative Support capacity
- An ability to coordinate meetings and travel arrangements
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- High attention detail with the ability to prioritise and remain organised with competing tasks
**What you'll get in return**
Through Hays, this role offers you an hourly rate of $43.82 + super and a wide range of benefits including:
- Weekly pay cycles
- Nominated choice of superannuation fund
- Online timesheet submission and approval
- No hidden costs or payroll deductions for our services
- No invoicing required for Pty Ltd holders
- Regular contact with Geelong based consultants throughout the duration of your assignment
**What you need to do now**
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.
Brittany Hall - Senior Recruitment Consultant
**LHS 297508**#2780038