The key duties of the position include:We are seeking enthusiastic and proactive individuals to provide executive and administrative support to our senior leaders.
If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, excel at problem solving and have experience in administration, customer service and relationship building, an Executive Assistant role could be the perfect fit for you.
As an Executive Assistant, you will be the first point of contact in your senior executive's office, making your ability to build rapport quickly and deliver a great client experience highly valuable.
While flexible work arrangements may be considered, these roles are primarily office-based to support the dynamic and responsive nature of executive operations.
You will be co-located with your senior executive and undertake a variety of tasks which will include:
front-of-office duties, such as welcoming visitors, handling incoming phone calls and correspondence and directing enquiries
diary management:
providing daily guidance on priority meetings, emails, and actions
escalating urgent matters for attention and response
tracking follow-ups on action items to ensure deadlines are met
scheduling meetings and forward planning, including management of meeting conflicts
coordinating meetings and events (on site or virtual) including preparing electronic and hard copy papers, and setting up meeting rooms
managing travel arrangements and itineraries, assisting with budget management, credit card acquittals, and handling less complex procurement and financial management tasks
communicating with business partners and clients
supporting teams across the business line or branch with administrative tasks, such as ordering stationery, printing, and escorting visitors.
The relationships you build, the experience you gain and the development opportunities you access will pave the way for career growth through:
support from a dedicated relationship manager




guidance and support from an experienced buddy or mentor
networking opportunities to create valuable professional connections
learning and development through our Executive Assistant capability uplift program
active participation in workplace initiatives and events, contributing to site engagement.
We are committed to inclusive recruitment practices and encourage applications from people with disability or neurodivergence, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and individuals from all backgrounds.
Reasonable adjustments can be provided throughout the recruitment process.
Our ideal candidate:
provides excellent client service
anticipates the needs of senior executives and takes action using sound judgement
reflects on feedback and demonstrates awareness of how work style and approach are perceived by others
communicates clearly and professionally with a range of stakeholders
has attention to detail and adapts to new processes, systems and applications
uses calendars, task lists and digital systems to plan work, track actions, manage deadlines and prioritise competing priorities based on urgency, risk and stakeholder impact
takes responsibility for outcomes, addresses issues early and learns from mistakes
applies discretion and handles confidential and sensitive information appropriately.
Getting to know the Australian Taxation OfficeWe are globally recognised for leading best practice in the administration of tax and superannuation, promoting a level playing field and fairness for all.
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Versatile working arrangements are available to help balance work and life.
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📌 Executive Assistant (Hobart)
🏢 Australian Taxation Office
📍 Hobart