12 Month Contract Opportunity with view for Permanency | Canberra Are you an experienced Executive Assistant who thrives in a quick paced workplace and enjoys supporting senior leaders to achieve their objectives? An exciting opportunity is available for a highly organised and proactive Executive Assistant to join a high performing government team based in Canberra. Supporting senior executives, this role will see you operating at the centre of business operations, managing competing priorities, handling sensitive information, and ensuring the smooth day to day functioning of the executive office.

Key responsibilities - Complex diary and inbox management
Coordinating meetings, appointments, and stakeholder engagements
Managing competing priorities and changing deadlines
Preparing correspondence, briefing materials, and presentations
Handling confidential and sensitive information with discretion
Coordinating travel, logistics, and administrative processes
Providing high level executive support and anticipating business needs




Liaising with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders About you - Previous Executive Assistant experience supporting senior leaders
Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail
The ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
A proactive and forward thinking approach
Solid communication and stakeholder engagement skills
A professional, personable, and corporate presentation style
Sound judgement and a high level of confidentiality
The confidence to work autonomously and manage upwards when required What's on offer?
12 month contract opportunity with view for permanency or Section 26 Transfer
Canberra location
Prospect to support senior executive leadership
Collaborative and supportive team environment
Potential for longer term career opportunities Due to the nature of the role, applicants must hold an NV1 Security Clearance or have the ability to obtain and maintain one. If you are a polished Executive Assistant who enjoys working in a dynamic and evolving environment, we would love to hear from you.

📌 Aps 5 Executive Assistant High Profile Government Agency Canberra
🏢 Rashi Joshi
📍 Canberra