Exciting WA State Government Opportunity | Executive Support Officer

Your new company
Ready to take the next step in your executive support career? This is an exciting opportunity to join a WA State Government organisation and support a senior executive in a fast-paced, high-performing environment. We're seeking a proactive and organised Executive Support Officer (Level 4) who thrives on juggling competing priorities, building strong stakeholder relationships and keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes.
This temporary assignment will run from 9 November 2026 to 19 January 2027, offering the opportunity to gain valuable government experience while working closely with senior leaders and decision-makers.
Your new role
As the Executive Support Officer, you'll be the go-to person for executive and administrative support, ensuring a seamless and professional service is delivered at all times.
Key responsibilities include:

- Managing complex calendars, meetings, travel arrangements and correspondence
- Coordinating briefings, reports, presentations and executive documentation
- Preparing responses to enquiries and managing sensitive information with discretion
- Supporting meetings, committees and stakeholder engagement activities
- Conducting research and gathering information to support business priorities
- Monitoring and coordinating administrative processes, records and documentation




- Building effective working relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders
- Providing high-level support in a busy environment with competing deadlines

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you will bring:

- Previous experience providing executive or senior administrative support
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines
- Strong organisational skills and exceptional attention to detail
- Experience handling confidential and sensitive information
- Well-developed written and verbal communication skills
- Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Outlook and Excel
- A proactive, solutions-focused approach and the ability to work independently

Highly regarded:
- Previous State Government or public sector experience
- Exposure to executive-level correspondence and government processes

What you'll get in return

- Competitive hourly rate
- Valuable WA State Government experience
- Perth CBD location
- Opportunity to support a senior executive
- Diverse and quick-paced role where no two days are the same
- Immediate start available

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, 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 on your career.
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