Full-time personal assistant needed for a 6-month contract starting ASAP.Your New CompanyA vibrant State Government Organisation is actively seeking a Personal Assistant to join the team until October. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated individual with a proven track record as an Executive and Business Support Officer. Joining this energetic team will allow you to make a significant contribution and gain invaluable experience from a well-regarded institution. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity!Your New RoleYou will be responsible for:Providing efficient, confidential services and administrative support to the Director and Regional Management Team, prioritising incoming enquiries and correspondence.Responding to and acting on daily issues in the absence of the Director, ensuring the Director is informed of progress on necessary matters, while handling information with discretion.Researching and developing responses to external stakeholder enquiries, coordinating approval processes, and preparing reports and briefing notes under broad supervision.Implementing changes to existing work practices that result in administrative and functional improvements for the business area.Using negotiation and influencing skills to build effective relationships with management and colleagues, ensuring the Director's objectives are communicated and prioritised.Providing high-level customer service and secretarial support for the Director, including phone and diary management, with a focus on attention to detail.What You'll Need to SucceedPrevious experience as an Executive or Personal Assistant in Government will lead you to success, as will:Critical thinking and problem-solving skillsStrong interpersonal skillsStrategic planning abilitiesExperience managing multiple diaries/calendars for executivesConfidential executive supportProficiency with digital tools and technologyExperience in government and knowledge of government processes (desirable)What You'll Get in ReturnYou'll gain valuable experience in the public sector while earning a competitive hourly rate and progressing your career in an inclusive and supportive team environment.Temporary and contract workers through Hays also enjoy a wide range of benefits including:Weekly pay cyclesNominated choice of superannuation fundOnline timesheet submission and approvalNo hidden costs or payroll deductions for our servicesNo invoicing required for Pty Ltd holdersWhat You Need to Do NowIf you are confident in your experience, please click on the 'APPLY NOW' link to send your updated resume to Lauren.Horne@hays.com.au at Hays. Please note, only successful candidates will be contacted. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Alternatively, if this role would be of interest to anyone you know, please don't hesitate to pass on this advertisement or my contact details.Seniority levelEntry levelEmployment typeTemporaryJob functionAdministrativeIndustriesAdministrative and Support Services
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