Executive Assistant

City of Tea Tree Gully; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 96,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free income protection insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Purchased leave

Paid parental leave and a flexible ret

Flexible working week to supportFamily

Study support

Professional development opportunities

Holistic health and well-being program

Job summary

The City of Tea Tree Gully is seeking a highly organised Executive Assistant to support the General Managers and Mayor in a dynamic local government environment. You will manage complex diaries, coordinate meetings and prepare briefing materials to support decision-making.

The successful candidate will have at least five years in senior EA roles, strong communication and relationship-building skills, and a commitment to discretion and excellence. A current Class C driver’s licence is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in a Senior Executive Assistant or executive support role.
• Strong organisational, communication and relationship-building skills.
• Sound judgement, initiative and professionalism when handling sensitive matters.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex diaries, schedules and competing priorities for General Managers and/or the Mayor.
• Prepare professional correspondence, reports, presentations and briefing materials.
• Coordinate meetings and events, including agendas, minutes and follow-up actions.
• Monitor deliverables and support strategic initiatives.
• Manage executive records, correspondence and confidential information.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Attend Council, Committee and other official meetings, including after-hours work.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Judgement & discretion

Prioritisation

Technology proficiency

Education

Relevant qualifications or equivalent experience

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Manage complex diaries, schedules and competing priorities for General Managers and/or the Mayor.
• Prepare professional correspondence, reports, presentations and briefing materials.
• Coordinate meetings and events, including agendas, minutes and follow-up actions.
• Monitor key deliverables, coordinate follow-up actions and support strategic initiatives.
• Manage executive records, correspondence and confidential information.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Attend Council, Committee and other official meetings, including after-hours work.

Position Description - Executive Assistant

About You

You are a highly organised, proactive and professional Executive Assistant with substantial experience supporting senior leaders in a complex environment. You thrive on managing competing priorities, maintaining strong stakeholder relationships and delivering high-quality outcomes with discretion and attention to detail.

You will:

• Have a minimum of 5 years' experience in a senior Executive Assistant or executive support role.
• Demonstrate exceptional organisational, communication and relationship-building skills.
• Exercise sound judgement, initiative and professionalism when managing sensitive matters.
• Coordinate multiple priorities and deadlines with accuracy and efficiency.
• Be proficient in contemporary business systems and technology.
• Hold relevant qualifications and/or equivalent experience.

Hold a current Class C Driver's Licence.

Why join us?

At the City of Tea Tree Gully, you'll join a collaborative and supportive workplace where people genuinely care about their community and each other. You'll have the opportunity to work closely with executive leadership, contribute to meaningful outcomes, and be part of an organisation committed to continuous improvement and excellence in service delivery.

Salary range is between $95,585 and $101,950 plus superannuation guarantee and will be negotiated commensurate with skills, experience and qualifications.

Applications close 5pm on 16 October 2026. We will be actively shortlisting and interviewing during the application period and the position may be awarded before the advertised close date.

please contact Sonya Hedger - Executive Officer to the CEO & Leadership Support on 08 201.

• Free income protection insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Purchased leave
• Paid parental leave and a flexible return to work
• Flexible working week to support family
• Study support
• Professional development opportunities
• Holistic health and well-being program