Executive Assistant to CEO & Founder (12-Month)

Cox Purtell Staffing Services; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Cox Purtell Staffing Services in Kensington, NSW, seeks an experienced Executive Assistant to support the Founder and CEO on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a high-trust role that will demand discretion, strategic calendar management, and a proactive approach to organisational needs.

You will manage a complex diary across multiple time zones, coordinate domestic and international travel (including visas), and assist with board meeting logistics and stakeholder relationships.

Qualifications

• Australian Citizenship and baseline security clearance.
• Onsite five days a week.
• Experience supporting C-Suite executives at CEO level.
• Experience with global organisations and international travel.
• Experience coordinating board meetings is highly regarded.
• High level of discretion and sound judgement.

Responsibilities

• Manage a complex, shifting diary across multiple time zones.
• Plan and coordinate domestic and international travel (incl. visas).
• Facilitate and support quarterly board meetings with the global Chair.
• Act as a trusted partner to the CEO, handling high-profile stakeholder relationships.
• Collaborate with management to keep priorities aligned and information flowing.

Skills

Diary management

Travel planning

Board meetings coordination

Stakeholder management

Discretion

Executive support

Job description

Cox Purtell Staffing Services in Kensington, NSW, seeks an experienced Executive Assistant to support the Founder and CEO on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a high-trust role that will demand discretion, strategic calendar management, and a proactive approach to organisational needs.

You will manage a complex diary across multiple time zones, coordinate domestic and international travel (including visas), and assist with board meeting logistics and stakeholder relationships.