Executive Assistant to Principal: Governance & Board

Champagne Recruitment; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Blackfriars Priory School in Adelaide is seeking an Executive Assistant to the Principal's Office. You will provide high-level executive support to the Principal, Deputy Principal and Director of Business, and contribute to Board and Committee governance.

This role requires discretion, governance experience and the ability to manage confidential information with professionalism. It offers governance exposure and a values-led educational environment.

Qualifications

• High-level executive support experience in a complex professional environment.
• Discretion and the ability to manage highly confidential information.
• Sound judgement and initiative to work autonomously.
• Strong written communication and document drafting skills.
• Excellent organisational abilities with attention to deadlines.
• Experience supporting Boards or Committees is highly regarded.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365.
• Respect for and support of Catholic/Dominican ethos.

Responsibilities

• Draft confidential correspondence, reports and briefing papers for the Principal.
• Prepare meeting documentation, record outcomes and track follow-ups.
• Maintain Board and Committee records and governance documentation.
• Coordinate official engagements and stakeholder interactions for the Principal.
• Support strategic projects and policy work as directed.
• Provide operational leadership to the Front Office Administration Team.

Skills

Executive support

Discretion

Judgement

Autonomy

Written communication

Organisation

Board governance

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft 365

Catholic ethos

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Blackfriars Priory School in Adelaide is seeking an Executive Assistant to the Principal's Office. You will provide high-level executive support to the Principal, Deputy Principal and Director of Business, and contribute to Board and Committee governance.

This role requires discretion, governance experience and the ability to manage confidential information with professionalism. It offers governance exposure and a values-led educational environment.