APS 4 Executive Assistant

HOBAN Recruitment is seeking an experienced and highly organised APS4 level Executive Assistant to join a prominent Federal Government agency based in Deakin, ACT.
Working within the Chief Corporate and Commercial Division, you will provide executive support to two SES Band 1 Branch Managers across Corporate, Information and Property Services, and Procurement. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and professional administrator who thrives in a fast-paced government environment and enjoys building strong stakeholder relationships.
About the Role
As an APS4 Executive Assistant, you will provide high-level administrative and executive support while managing competing priorities and maintaining strong attention to detail.
Key responsibilities include:

• Managing complex diaries, calendars and inboxes for senior executives.
• Coordinating meetings, agendas, briefing packs and associated documentation.
• Preparing correspondence, reports, briefing materials and confidential papers.
• Organising travel arrangements, events and official functions.
• Undertaking research and information gathering to support decision-making.
• Liaising with internal and external stakeholders in a professional manner.
• Providing administrative support across personnel and financial processes.
• Ensuring timely delivery of tasks while responding to changing priorities.

Benefits

• Competitive pay rate of $43.82 per hour at APS 4 Level, including casual loading, providing you with financial stability and recognition for your expertise.
• 12% superannuation to secure your future and support your retirement planning.
• ASAP start date, allowing you to embark on this exciting opportunity without delay.
• Full-time position, offering 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, enabling a healthy work-life balance and time.
• Opportunity to work within a respected Federal Government environment.
• Valuable experience supporting senior executive leaders.
• Exposure to corporate operations, procurement and property services functions.
• Develop your APS knowledge and broaden your government experience.

About You
To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Demonstrated experience in a corporate administrative role or as an Executive Assistant supporting senior leaders.
• Exceptional organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Strong diary, email and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgement.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality outcomes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and business systems.
• Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a team environment.
• A proactive, adaptable and solutions-focused approach.
• Previous experience within a Federal or State Government environment will be highly regarded.

Please note you do need to be an AUSTRALIAN CITIZEN for this Federal Government role.
Positions close for submissions close at MIDDAY on THURSDAY 13th AUGUST.