Allygroup is searching for an outstanding Executive Assistant to join the legal division within a key federal government agency. This opportunity is a secondment position for an initial 6-month contract, with the possibility of extension.
The department is looking for candidates who can start immediately and hit the ground running.
Candidates must be an Australian citizen, Canberra-based and be available on a full-time basis (a Baseline security clearance will be highly regarded)
Duties may include, but are not limited to:
managing work schedules and all aspects associated with it, including telephone calls, electronic diary appointments and organisation of meetings and relevant papers
coordinating all correspondence in and out of the office and e-mail inbox, including follow-up and monitoring
providing administrative support to the executive and branch, including management and maintenance of meetings rooms, stationery and office equipment
actively managing and promoting relationships with internal and external stakeholders
filing records in accordance with approved records management processes and security requirements, including management and maintenance of document recording systems
performing straight forward research and provide project management assistance
coordinating programs, executive meetings and other activates for the Branch
providing secretariat support to meetings
Candidates must be able to demonstrate:
good attention to detail
the ability to manage competing priorities
strong written and oral communication skills
strong IT skills
excellent organisation skills
use initiative to improve administrative processes
ability to follow direction and procedures
good stakeholder management skills
What you need to do now
To apply, click the ‘Apply Now’ button below or send a current resume and cover letter to our team at recruitment@allygroup.com.au expressing your interest in this opportunity. For a confidential talk in relation to this position, please call us on 02 5104 3170. You may also contact our office via phone or email to arrange a Video Relay call or other call services through The National Relay Service. Plain, large font copies of this ad (and relating position description/s) may also be requested by emailing recruitment@allygroup.com.au.