Senior Personal Assistant

NetYourJob; Spreydon-Cashmere Community; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Bayleys Canterbury in Addington is seeking a Senior Personal Assistant to support a high-performing rural and lifestyle sales team. You will manage contracts, listings, and marketing campaigns while coordinating admin for a busy rural real estate practice.

You are highly organised with strong communication and time management skills, and you thrive in a confidential, fast-paced environment. This role offers growth and collaborative opportunities within a leading real estate brand.

Qualifications

• Experience in administration, business support, executive/personal assistant, or real estate support.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to high-quality work.
• Strong organisation, time management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare submissions and contracts, process listings, coordinate marketing campaigns, and provide high-level PA support to the team.
• Support client service, manage workflows and ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
• Contribute ideas to improve operational efficiency and client experience.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Problem solving

Multitasking

Tech savvy

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM systems

Email platforms

Job description

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Addington, Full Time, Admin/Office

Please Quote Reference Number 18179

• Leading Rural and Lifestyle Sales Team
• Collaborative and fast-paced environment
• Join Our Dynamic Team at Bayleys Canterbury

Are you ready to work alongside one of New Zealand's highest-performing rural real estate teams? Bayleys Canterbury is home to a market-leading, award-winning rural sales team, consistently ranked among the best in the country. We are now seeking a Senior Personal Assistant to become a key part of this high-performing environment.

About the Role

This is far more than administration. You will be the backbone of a fast-paced, top-tier rural sales business while taking ownership of the lifestyle component of the team. Working closely with a team of successful lifestyle agents, you will play a critical role in supporting client service, managing workflows, coordinating marketing activity, and ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of the business.

Key Responsibilities

Agent & Team Support

Working alongside a team of Lifestyle agents, you will prepare submissions and contracts, process listings, coordinate marketing campaigns, and provide high-level day-to-day personal assistant support to help the team operate at its best.

Continuous Improvement

Contribute ideas and insights during team meetings to help enhance operational efficiency, team performance, and the overall client experience.

About You

You are highly organised, detail-oriented, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same.

You may come from real estate, property, professional services, marketing, or a senior administration background and are looking for a role where you can truly make a difference.

You Will Bring

• Previous experience in an administration, business support, executive assistant, personal assistant, or real estate support role
• Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A proactive, positive, and solutions-focused approach
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Strong technology skills and confidence learning new systems
• A professional and confidential approach to your work

Why Join Bayleys Canterbury?

• Work alongside a successful and respected team of Rural and Lifestyle Property Agents
• Be part of New Zealand's most recognised real estate brand
• Enjoy a supportive and collaborative team culture
• Access ongoing professional development opportunities
• Work in a varied and rewarding role where your contribution is valued
• Join a business committed to excellence, innovation, and client service

If you are looking for a career opportunity where you can make a genuine impact and work alongside some of the best people in the industry, we would love to hear from you.