Executive Assistant - Camperdown, Australia - Mayday Recruitment

Mayday Recruitment

Verified Company

Camperdown, Australia

2 weeks ago

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Olivia Brown

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Description

12 month contract

Fast paced varied role
Supportive, family owned business recognised as an Employer of Choice
Flexible working arrangements

MAYDAY Recruitment is currently recruiting a highly responsible, proactive and professional Executive Assistant to join a large and well known commercial construction business.

You will provide exceptional organisational and administrative support to the Principal and Managing Director, as well as support other members of the team to ensure the company maintains a strong focus on its strategic initiatives and ensure their days run smoothly.

What's in it for you?

Great opportunity for an experienced EA to step into a new role and provide exceptional support to the Principal and Managing Director
Supportive family owned business who has been recognised as an Employer of Choice by the Australian Business Awards
Fast paced and varied role
Work for a company where their people are more than just a number and their culture, based on family values, is one of their greatest assets.

- 'Better You' Benefit to cover your annual fitness, health and wellbeing fees, plus free gym membership
- $120,000 to $130,000 annual package

Full time 12 month Maternity leave contract role. Monday-Friday with some flexibility to work from home
Based in the company's head office in Camperdown
A highly collaborative and supportive working environment

What will you be doing?

High level diary management, including liaising with clients and employees; prioritising requests.
Review external event invitations with the Director and RSVP to all invitations professionally and promptly.
Arranging internal and external meetings as required, including breakfasts, luncheons, dinners, morning teas and coffees.
Answering calls, screening calls and forwarding phone messages to Directors.
Arranging taxis, flights, accommodation, hire cars and chauffeured vehicles as required.
Provide event and marketing coordination to assist in strengthening and promoting the brand at internal, external and charity events.
Implement and prepare a budget for each event and create a detailed preevent management plan.
Negotiate with suppliers including venue, catering, transport, gift/merchandise etc. pricing.
High level accuracy and attention to detail regarding all written documentation and presentations, including proofreading capabilities
Advanced writing skills and excellent verbal communication skills
Excellent organisational skills and prioritisation skills
Proactive ability to see where improvements to tasks are necessary and take initiative to problem solve
Computer literate in full Microsoft Office suite
Marketing knowledge to assist in strengthening and promoting the brand at the highest level
Advanced level of time management and follow up skills
Intermediate knowledge of Salesforce would be desirable
35 years+ experience in a senior administration role
Experience supporting a Senior Executive
Experience with Indesign software advantageous