Act as an extension of the Managing Director in this entrepreneurial & high performing venture capital firm. Drive company outcomes through exceptional organisation and operational efficiencies acting as a strategic and trusted offsider to the MD.
ResponsibilitiesYour role will go beyond traditional Executive Assistant tasks, delving into the full scope of the MD’s responsibilities and priorities to assist him as ‘traffic controller’ ensuring his time and availability is effectively spent in the highest priority places and all matters are actioned efficiently. Typical duties include:

• Extensive diary calendar management
• Inbox management – beyond clearing and scheduling, you will proactively respond and manage communication between internal and external stakeholders driving priorities and efficiencies.
• Ensuring the CEO is prepared for meetings by drafting agendas/briefing packs, documenting minutes/actions, and executing the required follow ups after meetings
• Organisation of internal functions and corporate events
• Extensive stakeholder management, across both internal and external stakeholders maintaining positive and proactive relationships, and communicating Business Strategy and initiatives to the wider business
• Ad hoc office coordination; ordering supplies, weekly team lunch etc.

Skills / Experience Required

• EA experience supporting a busy, senior executive – ideally gained from Venture Capital, Private Equity or similar Financial Services industry. Alternatively, you may come from broader Professional Services.
• High level commercial acumen with the desire to have an impact in the broader business.
• Proven ability to work in a fast paced, high-pressure environment
• Adaptable to change and the ability to identify areas for improvement across the business
• A collaborative approach and ‘hands on’ attitude to chip in an help the broader team, no matter how ‘small’ the task may seem.
• Strong critical and forward thinking skills

What's in it for you?
Work for a firm that value their employees and empower you to further expand your career. Use your initiative to support this inspiring MD and advance your strategic and commercial acumen to the next level with the breadth of exposure provided.
Excellent salary package with additional leave allowances, parental leave and attractive long term bonus incentives.
Modern offices on city fringe, close to train station, with flex to work 1 day/week from home.
We are interviewing immediately. Please contact Alice Pipes on 0482 088 075 or click 'APPLY' to share your CV.