Job Description
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Location:
Sydney
Classification:
APS 6 | Full-time | Non-ongoing (up to 12 months)
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About the Role
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Are you an organised and proactive skilled who thrives on supporting senior leaders?
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We're looking for an experienced
Executive Assistant (APS 6)
to provide high-level administrative and executive support within a respected Commonwealth agency. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, can manage competing priorities with confidence, and takes pride in delivering quality outcomes.
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What You'll Do
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Provide high-level executive support to a Senior Executive or leadership team
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Manage complex diaries, appointments, travel and correspondence
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Prepare and review meeting papers, agendas, briefings and reports
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with internal and external stakeholders on behalf of the executive
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Draft and edit professional correspondence, presentations and documentation
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Track priorities, follow up actions and maintain strong information flow
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Support governance activities, meetings and committee coordination
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Maintain accurate records and ensure administrative processes are efficient and compliant
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About You
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You're a trusted professional who can anticipate needs, stay two steps ahead, and make things happen. You bring a calm,



solutions-focused approach and can manage sensitive information with discretion and care.
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Demonstrated experience providing executive or senior administrative support in a complex environment (APS experience highly regarded)
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Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to juggle multiple priorities
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Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
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High attention to detail, accuracy and professional presentation
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Sound judgement, discretion and the ability to work with minimal supervision
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office and experience using government or enterprise systems
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Applicants must be
Australian citizens
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Ability to obtain and maintain a
Baseline security clearance
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This is a
non-ongoing APS 6
position for up to
12 months
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Why You'll Love Working Here
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You'll join a supportive and purpose-driven Commonwealth team that values collaboration, professionalism and integrity.
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We offer:
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A positive and inclusive workplace culture
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Opportunities to work closely with senior leaders and gain exposure to strategic projects
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Competitive APS 6 salary and benefits
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Paxus values diversity and welcomes applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability. If you require an adjustment to the recruitment process, including the application form in an alternate format, please contact me on the above contact details.
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📌 Executive Assistant (New South Wales)
🏢 Paxus
📍 New South Wales