EA to Founder | Up to $100,000 package | High Growth Start-up, Immediate Start

Assistant Sydney; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Assistant Sydney is seeking an ambitious Executive Assistant to support its Founder & CEO in Sydney CBD. The role offers hands-on exposure to C-suite activities and opportunities to take on broader responsibilities in a fast-growing start-up.

You will manage the CEO’s calendar, travel, and communications, while collaborating with stakeholders and internal teams. The position suits a proactive professional looking to progress in executive support.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in a Team Assistant, junior Executive Assistant or administrative support role.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise competing tasks.
• Confident communicating with stakeholders and taking ownership of duties.

Responsibilities

• Providing day-to-day executive and administrative support to the Founder & CEO.
• Managing a busy calendar and coordinating meetings.
• Coordinating domestic and international travel, itineraries and logistics.
• Preparing meeting agendas, documents and presentations, and following up on actions.
• Managing correspondence on behalf of the CEO with discretion.
• Liaising with senior stakeholders, external partners and internal teams.
• Supporting business projects and ad hoc administrative needs as the company grows.
• Identifying opportunities to improve processes and efficiency.

Skills

Calendar management

Travel coordination

Stakeholder communication

Proactive learner

Job description

EA to Founder | Up to $100,000 package | High Growth Start-up, Immediate Start

• Step into C-suite support | Exciting opportunity for an aspiring EA or TA!
• Immediate start opportunity | CBD location
• Up to $100,000 package | Bonus and equity opportunities

• Step into C-suite support | Exciting opportunity for an aspiring EA or TA!
• Immediate start opportunity | CBD location
• Up to $100,000 package | Bonus and equity opportunities

The Opportunity
Our client is an exciting, growing business based in Sydney CBD, seeking a bright, proactive and ambitious Executive Assistant to support its Founder & CEO. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Team Assistant or developing Executive Assistant who is ready to take the next step in their career, gaining exposure to C-suite support while continuing to build their skills and experience.

Working closely with the Founder & CEO, as well as the broader business, you will provide day-to-day executive support, manage competing priorities and play an important role in the smooth running of the business. This is a varied, hands-on position where you will wear many hats, get involved in projects beyond traditional EA duties and have the opportunity to take on more responsibility as you develop. We are looking for someone who is bright, switched on and confident in their abilities, with a genuine willingness to learn, take initiative and grow within a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

The Responsibility
Your duties and responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Providing proactive day-to-day executive and administrative support to the Founder & CEO;
• Managing a busy calendar, coordinating meetings and prioritising competing commitments;
• Coordinating domestic and international travel arrangements, including itineraries and logistics;
• Preparing meeting agendas, documents and presentations, and ensuring timely follow-up on action items;
• Managing correspondence and communications on behalf of the CEO, exercising discretion and sound judgement;
• Liaising confidently with senior stakeholders, external partners and internal teams;
• Supporting business projects and initiatives, ensuring key actions and deadlines are followed through;
• Assisting with broader business operations and ad hoc administrative requirements as the company continues to grow;
• Taking initiative to identify opportunities to improve processes, streamline workflows and support business efficiency.

The Expertise
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years' experience in a Team Assistant, junior Executive Assistant or administrative support role, with strong organisational skills and a genuine desire to progress their career. You will be confident communicating with stakeholders, comfortable managing competing priorities and capable of taking ownership of your day-to-day responsibilities.
Above all, we are looking for someone who is smart, proactive and eager to learn.

You will be naturally curious, resourceful and adaptable, with the confidence to use your initiative while recognising there is plenty of room to develop. You will enjoy working in a growing business where no two days are the same, be happy to roll up your sleeves and get involved wherever needed, and bring a positive, can-do attitude to everything you do.

The Next Step
If this role aligns with your experience and career objectives, please apply via the link. Victoria Lister is managing the search and will respond to candidates progressing to the next stage.

About Assistant Sydney

Here at Assistant Sydney, our sole focus is to partner with organisations and executives to attract the very best office support talent. Our ambition is to be recognised as the most respected office support recruitment firm in Australia. We build personal relationships with the best Office Support talent across Australia, recruiting positions ranging from Reception through to Executive Assistants on a temporary and permanent basis.