Executive Assistant

Job description

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A large South Australian public sector organisation is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to provide high-level support to senior leadership within a fast-paced and collaborative environment. Located in Adelaide's southern suburbs, this opportunity offers an immediate start and the chance to make an immediate impact within a busy team.

Your new role

Reporting to senior executives, you will provide confidential and professional executive support across a range of administrative functions. You will be responsible for managing complex and competing priorities while ensuring the smooth operation of executive office activities.
Key responsibilities include:
  • Managing multiple complex calendars and coordinating appointments
  • Preparing, proofreading and formatting executive correspondence, reports and briefing documents
  • Coordinating meeting schedules, agendas, papers and follow-up actions
  • Taking minutes and tracking action items from committees and stakeholder meetings
  • Managing enquiries and correspondence on behalf of senior leaders
  • Liaising with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders
  • Supporting project work and administrative initiatives
  • Maintaining accurate records and ensuring confidentiality at all times

What you'll need to succeed

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:
  • Previous Executive Assistant experience supporting senior leaders
  • Experience managing multiple complex and competing calendars
  • Strong written communication skills with experience preparing executive documentation
  • Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail
  • The ability to work autonomously and manage competing priorities
  • Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills
  • Experience within SA Government will be highly regarded
  • Confident minute-taking experience, including committee and executive meetings

What you'll get in return

  • Immediate start opportunity
  • Initial 6-week assignment with potential for extension
  • Full-time hours, with part-time flexibility considered
  • Southern suburbs location
  • $52 per hour plus super
  • Opportunity to work within a respected South Australian public sector organisation

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to Millie, or call us 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 about your career.



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Job Summary

  • Published on: 13 Aug, 2026
  • Category: Office Support
  • Vacancy: 1
  • Job type: Temporary
  • Salary:
  • Location: SA - Adelaide
  • Job Nature: Temporary

Company Details

  • Name: Hays
  • Location: SA - Adelaide