Interim Executive Assistant

Who You Are

As an Executive Assistant, you are a proactive and professional individual with excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage and support executive-level operations. You possess strong judgement, tact, discretion, and excellent communication skills, both written and oral, with the capability to foster strong relationships with senior stakeholders and team members. You work effectively both autonomously and as part of a team, demonstrating leadership in managing varying priorities and projects.

What the Job Involves

This role involves providing comprehensive project support and executive support services to Executive Directors. Key responsibilities include maintaining corporate risk registers, managing audit actions, handling departmental forward plans, and supporting internal governance boards. You will manage executive diaries, organise meetings and events, produce documentation, maintain digital records, and ensure smooth office operations. Additionally, you will interact with a wide range of stakeholders, enhancing executive effectiveness by allowing focus on high-level leadership and strategy functions.

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Proficient in IT and office software suites
• High-level organisational skills
• Ability to work autonomously and in a team
• Strong judgement and problem-solving abilities
• Experience in executive support
• Knowledge of local government operations