Executive Assistant

Halcyon Knights; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Halcyon Knights is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant for an immediate start within a fast-paced State Government environment in Keswick, Adelaide. The role focuses on high-level administrative support to senior executives and coordinating complex calendars, travel, and meetings.

The successful candidate will bring government sector experience, strong organisational skills, excellent communication, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant within State Government.
• Strong understanding of government processes, protocols, and documentation standards.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• High-level written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Current Police Check (mandatory).
• Ability to commence immediately.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level executive and administrative support to senior executives.
• Experienced in briefings.
• Manage complex calendars, meetings, and travel arrangements.
• Prepare briefing notes, reports, correspondence, and presentations.
• Coordinate stakeholder communications across government departments.
• Manage confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Some minute taking will be required.

Skills

Executive support

Calendar management

Travel arrangements

Briefings

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

An immediate start for an experienced Executive Assistant for a State Government Department.

• Keswick Location
• Full Time Hours - Up To 3 months
• State Government Experience (desirable)

We are seeking an experienced Executive Assistant for an immediate start opportunity within a fast-paced State Government environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-level executive and administrative support to senior executives
• Experienced in briefings
• Manage complex calendars, meetings, and travel arrangements
• Prepare briefing notes, reports, correspondence, and presentations
• Coordinate stakeholder communications across government departments
• Manage confidential information with discretion and professionalism
• Some minute taking will be required

Essential Requirements:

• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant within State Government
• Strong understanding of government processes, protocols, and documentation standards
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• High-level written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Current Police Check (mandatory)
• Ability to commence immediately
• Must have a current police check (issued in the last 6 months)

This is an excellent opportunity for a polished and proactive Executive Assistant looking for a short-term contract within a reputable State Government department.