Job no: 942157
Work type: Limited Tenure
Location: Support Office - Docklands
From humble beginnings in downtown Bendigo to supporting Australian communities far and wide- Myer has always been a special place, transcending beyond just a place to work .
Myer is a place for finding life-long friendships, a safe space with a big heart. Here, you’re encouraged to be yourself, share your ideas and are entrusted to deliver your very best. Some might even say it feels like being “right at home”.
Myer is currently seeking an experienced C-Suite Executive Assistant to join our team, providing the highest level of strategic administrative and confidential operational support to our Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) as well as working side-by-side and providing additional support to the GM leadership team (LT) of the Chief Customer Officer (CCO) to maximise their effectiveness and enable them to do their best work.
In this pivotal role, the Executive Assistant will collaborate closely with the CMO to ensure the seamless execution of their duties and responsibilities to enable efficiencies, productivity, and effectiveness in delivering business objectives. You will help our Marketing portfolio stay focused on achieving their objectives and making sure their operations run smoothly. The Executive Assistant will work closely with the EA to the CCO.
We are looking for a proactive individual with a can-do attitude who can work effectively both autonomously and as a part of a team, fostering strong relationships with key stakeholders and the wider business. Additionally, the Executive Assistant will play a key role in the Marketing leadership team, identifying opportunities to optimise processes and enhance operational efficiency.
* Initial 12 month, fixed term contract with potential to be long-term
* Join a value-driven, dynamic, collaborative and highly experienced team
* Play a key role supporting and being the main point of contact for our internal & external stakeholders across our Marketing portfolio
* Flexible hybrid working – centrally located Docklands office & WFH
About the role:
* Provide the highest level of effective, dedicated executive administrative and personal support to the CMO and LT to maximise productivity, enabling them to focus on business growth, developing relationships and positioning the team for success.
* Successfully complete a broad variety of administrative tasks for the CMO and LT including day-to-day complex diary management; mailbox management; completing expense reports; composing and preparing correspondence that is sometimes confidential; arranging complex and detailed travel plans, itineraries, and agendas; compiling documents/presentations for meetings, and other tasks that facilitate their ability to effectively lead their teams ensuring the optimal use of the CMO/LTs time.
* Multi-task and prioritise conflicting needs to effectively deliver outcomes according to deadlines.
* Liaise efficiently with internal and external stakeholders as the Executive point of contact and maintain discretion, confidentiality, and trust.
* Support the CMO and LT in the development and maintenance of stakeholder relationships by acting as a MYER ambassador and role model the MYER values, establishing a friendly and professional rapport with all stakeholders.
* Lead internal communications within the Marketing team including arranging monthly town hall events and offsites as well as co-ordination of any other cross-Marketing initiatives or meetings.
* Working alongside the EA to CCO to promote effectiveness across the wider CCO portfolio and provide additional support for wider portfolio events/offsites.
* Other administrative duties as required including but not limited to team member onboarding, contract execution and management, providing financial management support with expense claims/reconciliation, reporting, presentation creation, invoice processing and reconciliations, FBT/Gift & Gratuity management.
* Provide ad-hoc Executive Assistant support to the Chief Customer Officer as required.
* Provide ad-hoc support activities hosted by the broader EA team – Myer exclusive sample sales, company events, town hall meetings
About you:
* 3+ years’ experience supporting C-Suite Executives
* EA to CMO experience preferable
* Experience working in Marketing and/or retail business supporting a team with multiple priorities preferable
* Business Administration Diploma or relevant qualification in this field is preferable
* Ability to work under pressure and be agile in a fast-paced environment, prioritising tasks to meet strict deadlines
* Excellent organisational and time management skills with sound attention to detail
* Articulate and confident verbal & written communication skills.
* Creative problem solver- ability to think on your feet and find solutions to problems that are anything but clear-cut and can identify gaps and streamline processes with little or no guidance from others
* Act with total discretion and diplomacy and apply sound judgement in responding to circumstances
* Proactive can-do attitude and willingness to learn
* Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
* Self starter and have the ability to work effectively both autonomously and as part of a team, building positive working relationships and connections with stakeholders on all levels
* Passionate, approachable and leads by example
Benefits to you:
* Generous team member discounts on all Myer products, including team-member exclusive discounts
* Access to lifestyle leave and volunteer leave – arrange work around your life, not life around work!
* A collaborative leadership and Executive Assistant network to set you up for success
* Supportive & ongoing access to development opportunities to bring out the best of you!
We’d love to hear from you even if you don’t meet all the criteria listed above.
We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, whether it’s gender, sexuality, ethnicity, religion, age, disability and neurodiversity. We encourage candidates to ask for any adjustments that will support them to be their best through the recruitment process.
Here, you’re not only an employee. You’re a valued Team Member with real dreams that we want to help you chase, no matter how big or small. At Myer, we’re all about making your work life meaningful. We want you to experience life’s special moments fully, which is why we take pride in offering balance and flexible options to get you to where you want to be.
Wherever you are and wherever you’re going, we’ll meet you there and get you to your destination. With your enthusiasm and our support, we’re fully committed to helping you thrive and flourish. The future lies in your hands.
Welcome Home!
Aust. Working Rights: To be eligible to apply for this job, you must have Australian working rights. For further information contact the Australian Department of Immigration.
Equal Opp. Employer: We pride ourselves on the diversity of the people who work at Myer, representing the community in which we serve.
Agency note: Myer Pty Ltd does not accept unsolicited resumes/candidate profiles from external agencies or suppliers via any method. Any candidates submitted in an unsolicited manner, will be considered a direct candidate application to Myer and no fee will be payable.
Applications close: 16 Aug 2024 AUS Eastern Standard Time