About Brisbane Catholic Education

Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) is a vibrant learning community within the Archdiocese, employing over 12,000 people across a diverse range of positions. As the largest provider of Catholic education in Queensland, BCE is dedicated to delivering high-quality education from Prep to Year 12. Through strong partnerships with parents, governments, and the wider community, BCE fosters social responsibility, self-discipline and Catholic values in all its students. We offer a supportive working culture where care for the individual is an important part of our ethos. Arrive at work every day to a welcoming and compassionate workplace, knowing that you'll be supported to take care of what's important to you. Learn more about Brisbane Catholic Education.

Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) is a vibrant learning community within the Archdiocese, employing over 12,000 people across a diverse range of positions. As the largest provider of Catholic education in Queensland, BCE is dedicated to delivering high-quality education from Prep to Year 12. Through strong partnerships with parents, governments, and the wider community, BCE fosters social responsibility, self-discipline and Catholic values in all its students. We offer a supportive working culture where care for the individual is an important part of our ethos. Arrive at work every day to a welcoming and compassionate environment, knowing that you'll be supported to take care of what's important to you. Learn more about Brisbane Catholic Education.

Summary

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Senior Executive Assistant to provide high-level support to the Policy and Performance Executive and broader leadership team.



Based at the Brisbane Catholic Education Office in Woolloongabba, this pivotal role will help coordinate priorities, streamline executive workflows and support the effective delivery of strategic and operational objectives. Working across a varied and fast-paced portfolio, you will manage sensitive matters, prepare high-quality executive documentation and build strong relationships with key stakeholders. This opportunity will suit a proactive and highly organised executive support professional who brings sound judgement, discretion and a genuine commitment to delivering exceptional service.

- Location:BCEO Woolloongabba
- Work hours: Fulltime | Flexible Working Arrangements Available
- Status: Permanent (Continuing) | Commencing January 2027
- Salary:$106,702 - $118,554 plus super
- Ad Close date: 02 November 2026
- Contact:

About The Opportunity

- Act as the primary point of contact for the Policy and Performance Executive and Leadership Team, managing requests with discretion and professionalism
- Manage complex diaries, schedules and competing priorities to support effective use of executive time
- Coordinate correspondence and enquiries, draft responses and appropriately escalates complex or sensitive matters
- Prepare and review high-quality briefing papers, reports, presentations and other executive documentation




- Maintain effective tracking systems for workflows, correspondence, actions and timely follow-up
- Coordinate advice and updates relating to committee actions, assurance reviews, audit recommendations and legal or regulatory matters
- Coordinate projects and team activities, including meetings, stakeholder communication, resource arrangements and progress monitoring
- Build strong stakeholder relationships while contributing to improvements in administrative processes, reporting and team systems

About You

- Demonstrated experience providing high-level executive support within a large, complex or decentralised organisation
- Exceptional organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and maintain attention to detail
- Strong judgement and discretion when handling confidential, sensitive or high-priority matters
- Highly developed written communication skills and experience preparing polished executive documents, reports and presentations
- A proactive and solutions-focused approach, with the ability to anticipate needs and follow matters through to completion
- Strong relationship-building skills and the confidence to work effectively with senior leaders and diverse stakeholders
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook
- Certificate or Diploma qualifications in a related field, or equivalent experience in a contemporary C-suite executive support role, will be highly regarded

Eligibility and Safeguarding requirements:

- Eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment
- Positive Notice Blue Card for working with Children

Why choose BCE

Benefits

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📌 Senior Executive Assistant (Australia)
🏢 Brisbane Catholic Education
📍 Australia