Executive Assistant - C-Suite

Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER)

Perth WA

Full Time (on-site)

Support executive leaders who shape education globally For more than 95 years, ACER has been driven by a single purpose: to improve learning for all. As one of the world's leading educational research organisations, our work spans more than 150 countries, supporting governments, education systems, educators and learners through research, assessment and evidence-based solutions.

We are seeking a highly experienced and proactive C-Suite Executive Assistant to provide exceptional support across our executive leadership team. This is a rare opportunity to work closely with senior executives in a purpose-driven organisation with a global impact.

The Opportunity

Working at the heart of executive decision-making, you'll play a critical role in supporting organisational priorities, governance activities and strategic initiatives.

Reporting directly to the Chief Operations Officer (COO), this role's primary focus is providing high-level executive support to the COO. The role also provides targeted support to the Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) and localised support to the Chief Executive Officer when based in Perth, in collaboration with the CEO's Executive Assistant in Melbourne.

This role is ideal for an experienced Executive Assistant who thrives in a fast-paced environment, anticipates executive needs, exercises sound judgement and enjoys partnering with senior leaders to ensure priorities are delivered effectively.

Key Responsibilities

You will

- Partner with the COO to coordinate executive priorities and support strategic and operational objectives.
- Manage complex diaries, meetings, travel and executive schedules.
- Prepare executive correspondence, presentations, briefing papers and reports.
- Coordinate governance activities,



including agendas, papers, minutes and action tracking.
- Monitor priorities, deadlines and follow-up actions to ensure timely delivery of outcomes.
- Support key projects, initiatives and leadership activities across the COO portfolio.
- Build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders and act as a key point of contact for executive matters.
- Manage confidential information with discretion and provide targeted support to the CMO and localised support to the CEO when in Perth.

About You To be successful in this role, you will bring:

- Significant experience supporting C-Suite executives or senior leaders in a complex, fast-paced environment.
- Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building capabilities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience preparing executive-level correspondence, reports, briefing materials and meeting documentation.
- The ability to manage competing priorities and exercise sound judgement.
- A proactive, adaptable and solutions-focused approach.
- High levels of professionalism, integrity and discretion.

Why Join ACER? At ACER, you'll work alongside senior leaders in one of the world's leading educational research organisations, contributing to work that improves learning outcomes and shapes education systems globally. You'll contribute to meaningful organisational initiatives and be part of a collaborative and values-driven culture.

We offer

- A supportive and inclusive workplace.
- Meaningful work with global impact.
- Professional development opportunities.
- The chance to partner directly with executive leaders and influence organisational outcomes.

For a full copy of the Position Description or to apply, please visit ACER Careers . Applications close: Wednesday, 5 August 2026 at 11.59 pm (AEST).

📌 Executive Assistant - C-Suite (Perth)
🏢 Australian Council for Educational Research
📍 Perth