Senior EA to Leadership | Proactive & Discreet

University of Otago; Wellington; On-site; NZD 76,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Superannuation

5 weeks annual leave

Family friendly employer

Professional development

Job summary

University of Otago in Wellington seeks an Executive Assistant to provide high-level, confidential support to the Dean and Head of Region. You will manage diaries, handle correspondence, coordinate campus-wide events, and assist with projects in a fast-paced academic division.

The role is part of the Divisional Services and Administration team, with a focus on excellence, proactive service, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Experience supporting senior leadership.
• Strong organisational and diary management is essential.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level support to the Dean and Head of Region.
• Manage diaries, correspondence, meeting administration, and events.
• Identify and resolve issues, taking initiative on solutions.
• Prepare and review high-level communications and documents.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Judgement

Resilience

Job description

University of Otago in Wellington seeks an Executive Assistant to provide high-level, confidential support to the Dean and Head of Region. You will manage diaries, handle correspondence, coordinate campus-wide events, and assist with projects in a fast-paced academic division.

The role is part of the Divisional Services and Administration team, with a focus on excellence, proactive service, and continuous improvement.