Executive Assistant

Dow Jones; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Publications access across News Corp

Perks & discounts across products and…

Onsite gym access at major offices

Parental, birthday, volunteer, and sab

Financial wellbeing programs

Job summary

News Corp Australia is seeking an Executive Assistant to the General Manager of Industry Specialisation and Revenue Operations. You will provide high‑level administrative support to the Client Partnerships team, master complex diaries, arrange domestic and international travel, and coordinate events.

You will also handle PO processing, invoice reconciliation, and budget alignment while proactively clearing operational bottlenecks.

Responsibilities

• Deliver proactive administrative and operational support to General Managers across the News Corp Client Partnerships team.
• Manage complex diaries, domestic and international travel arrangements, and meeting preparation, ensuring efficient schedule and call prioritisation.
• Coordinate recurring one-on-ones with direct reports and facilitate seamless communication with key internal and external business partners.
• Assist in the end-to-end planning and execution of local team events, client hospitality, and team-building initiatives.
• Process department purchase orders, manage invoice reconciliation, and track financial approval workflows against established budgets.

Skills

Executive support

Diary management

Travel coordination

Budget & PO processes

Stakeholder communication

Google Suite

Microsoft Office

Tools

Google Suite

Microsoft Office

Job description

What's the role?

Join Australia’s leading media organisation as the Executive Assistant to the General Manager of Industry Specialisation and Revenue Operations, where you will drive operational excellence and high-level administrative support across the Client Partnerships team. Partnering directly with two key business leaders, you will act as a trusted right hand, mastering complex diary management and travel coordination, orchestrating team events, and overseeing vital administrative and financial processes, including purchase orders and budget alignment. Additionally, you will proactively anticipate needs and clear operational bottlenecks, equipping your leaders with seamless day-to-day backing to help advance their strategic, nationwide media initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Deliver proactive administrative and operational support to General Managers across the News Corp Client Partnerships team.
• Manage complex diaries, domestic and international travel arrangements, and meeting preparation, ensuring efficient schedule and call prioritisation.
• Coordinate recurring one-on-ones with direct reports and facilitate seamless communication with key internal and external business partners.
• Assist in the end-to-end planning and execution of local team events, client hospitality, and team-building initiatives.
• Process department purchase orders, manage invoice reconciliation, and track financial approval workflows against established budgets.
• Oversee day-to-day office operations, including records management, software and office supply procurement, and ad hoc administrative projects.

Who are you?

You have proven experience as an Executive Assistant supporting senior leaders in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. You bring previous exposure to the media sector (or you're eager to apply your skills within a high-energy media landscape). You’re exceptionally detail-oriented, with outstanding written and verbal communication skills across all levels of business. You’re a proactive problem solver who shows strong initiative, sound judgment, and confidence in decision-making. You thrive under tight deadlines, easily juggling competing priorities in a busy, collaborative team setting. You’re confident with technology, bringing solid administrative skills and strong proficiency across both Google Suite and Microsoft Office.

Why News Corp Australia

Join a culture where innovation is our operating rhythm. You’ll work on a diverse portfolio of Australia’s most loved brands and play a pivotal role in leading the technological shift in how we create commercial content. Our vibrant, hybrid work environment and dynamic, values-driven culture empowers you to push boundaries, collaborate as one unified team, and make a positive, measurable impact for all Australians.

News Extras Benefits

• Exclusively ours – Access to publications and products from across the News Corp family
• Perks & discounts – Exclusive offers across a range of products and services that deliver genuine cost savings and benefits
• Health & wellbeing – Advice, support and facilities for healthy minds and bodies (including an onsite gym at our Adelaide, Brisbane & Sydney offices)
• Time off – News offers a range of leave options to support your personal needs and moments that matter in life: Parental leave, Birthday leave, Volunteer leave, Career break and Compassionate leave.
• Financial wellbeing – Support on making the most of your money

In addition to our perks and benefits, employees have access to a number of initiatives and programs that support their wellbeing and professional growth, such as:

• Helping you grow – Access tailored development opportunities, including leadership programs, to cultivate your skills and support your career
• Giving back – Make a difference to our communities through volunteer opportunities and company-organised charity drives
• Workplace Inclusion and facilities – Engage with your passions through various employee-resource groups and accessibility to multi-faith quiet rooms & parents’ rooms

Who are we?

We are proud to be Australia’s most impactful media group, we’re even prouder of what we stand for. Together, we inform, advocate and inspire all Australians, for a better Australia. With over 150 brands across news, sport and lifestyle, News Corp Australia is trusted by over 18 million Australians a month to provide the information and inspiration they seek. Renowned for world‑class journalism and marketing services nationally and internationally, we offer a fast‑paced environment that encourages individuals to take control of their future and challenge themselves in ever-changing fields.

In February 2025, News Corp Australia's National Client Partnerships Team was named Sales Team of the Year at the 2024 AdNews Agency of the Year Awards.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Diversity strengthens our national teams and newsroom as we seek to tell stories that represent the communities of Australia.

Our people make us unique, and so we are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability or gender identity.

Applicants of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply!

We are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process. If you require any adjustments or accommodations at any stage, please do not hesitate to let us know here.

Category: Client Partnerships

We are proud to be Australia’s most impactful media group, we’re even prouder of what we stand for: Together, we inform, advocate and inspire all Australians, for a better Australia. With over 150 brands across news, sport and lifestyle, backed by a team of more than 5,000 dedicated people across the country, News Corp Australia is trusted by over 17 million Australians a month to provide the information and inspiration they seek across multiple digital, video, audio and print platforms. Renowned for world‑class journalism and marketing services nationally and internationally, we are passionate, creative and dynamic. We offer a fast‑paced environment that encourages individuals to take control of their future and challenge themselves in ever-changing fields.