Executive Assistant / Personal Assistant / Team Administrator

Cultivate Recruitment; Wellington; On-site; NZD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Cultivate Recruitment in Wellington is seeking experienced Executive Assistants, Personal Assistants and Team Administrators for both temporary and permanent roles. You will support senior leaders, manage schedules, travel, and communications to help teams perform at their best.

Ideal candidates are highly organised, discreet, and able to prioritise in fast-paced environments. We offer a flexible, agency-supported process with a candidate-focused service.

Qualifications

• Proven track record supporting senior executives
• Strong organisational skills and sharp attention to detail
• Manage complex diaries, travel arrangements and communications
• Build trusted relationships and handle sensitive information with discretion
• Calm, solutions-focused approach under pressure

Skills

Executive support

Diary management

Travel coordination

Communication

Discretion

Organisational skills

Job description

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Executive Assistant / Personal Assistant / Team Administrator

Cultivate Recruitment – Wellington, North Island

We work with a broad range of respected Wellington organisations seeking experienced Executive Assistants, Personal Assistants and Team Administrators for both temporary and permanent positions. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, anticipate what's needed before being asked, and enjoy helping senior leaders perform at their best, we'd love to add you to our talent pool.

What's on offer

• Temp assignments and permanent positions available
• Roles spanning government, corporate and not-for-profit organisations
• Competitive hourly rates and salaries

What we're looking for

• A proven track record supporting senior executives
• Strong organisational skills and sharp attention to detail
• Confidence managing complex diaries, travel arrangements and communications
• The ability to build trusted relationships and handle sensitive information with discretion
• A calm, solutions-focused approach under pressure

Why work with us

• We are here to support you in finding a role that aligns with your skills and experience, and it is a free service.
• You will receive excellent candidate care.
• Partner with a consultant who has the best communication skills and will keep you well informed throughout the recruitment process.
• Work with a wide range of companies and industries across private, public and not-for-profit sectors.
• Cultivate is an agency known for genuine relationships, transparent communication and a commitment to finding the right match for both clients and candidates.

We believe diversity is vital to a healthy, high-performing workplace. That's why we’re committed to delivering a psychologically safe recruitment experience. One that uncovers and celebrates your strengths. If traditional hiring processes don’t bring out your best let us know. We want you to shine, not shy away.

You'll need to hold New Zealand citizenship, residency, or a valid work visa.