Executive Assistant to ELT - Power NZ's Energy Future

Transpower New Zealand; Wellington; On-site; NZD 86,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Transpower New Zealand is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to provide high-quality support to up to two members of the Executive Leadership Team in Wellington. You'll manage priorities and help leaders stay focused on strategic initiatives.

In a fast-paced, high-trust environment, you’ll coordinate meetings, travel and leadership activities, prepare ELT and Board papers, and build strong relationships across the organisation to keep work moving efficiently.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting senior leaders as an Executive Assistant, Team Coordinator, Personal Assistant or similar role.
• Managing busy schedules, competing priorities and changing demands with confidence.
• Building positive and effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail.
• Working independently while remaining highly collaborative and service-focused.
• Handling sensitive and confidential information with discretion and integrity.
• Using technology and systems confidently, including Microsoft 365 tools.
• Finding practical solutions and improving ways of working.

Responsibilities

• Managing a complex executive diary, scheduling and managing competing priorities.
• Coordinating meetings, travel, events and leadership activities.
• Supporting the preparation of executive, Executive Leadership Team (ELT), and Board papers and reports.
• Building strong relationships across divisions and helping teams work effectively together.
• Proactively identifying issues, resolving administrative challenges and keeping work moving.
• Supporting leaders and teams with business, financial and operational administration.
• Contributing to a collaborative Executive Assistant community that supports one another and shares knowledge.

Job description

Transpower New Zealand is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to provide high-quality support to up to two members of the Executive Leadership Team in Wellington. You'll manage priorities and help leaders stay focused on strategic initiatives.

In a fast-paced, high-trust environment, you’ll coordinate meetings, travel and leadership activities, prepare ELT and Board papers, and build strong relationships across the organisation to keep work moving efficiently.