Business Support Officer

Who are we?

At Southern Design Group, we provide a unique selection of architectural hardware to suit a variety of styles and budgets. We are a family-owned business and for close to 40 years, our specialists have been providing design conscious consumers with quality products.   

Southern Design Group is the parent company to three architectural hardware brands: 

• Tradco (tradco.com.au) 
• Iver (iver-life.com/au) 
• Bankston (Bankston.com) 

We have over 90 employees across Australia and New Zealand and foster an innovative, strategy focused, and progressive work environment. Our company vision is to offer the best consumer experience in the architectural hardware industry. We have a long history of retaining dedicated and experienced staff who reflect our strong values. 

• Respectful, I thrive in a diverse workplace, treat others with fairness and respect and expect the same in return.   
• Passionate, I am self-motivated, solutions focused and believe passion and innovation should be recognized.  
• Responsible, I consider the social and environmental impacts of business and strive to reduce those impacts.

About the role

Due to consistent growth in Australia and a growing focus on overseas markets, we are searching for a Business Support Officer to join our team based in Stepney, Adelaide. A newly created position, the successful candidate will work closely with the Executive Assistant to the Co-CEO, Governance and Administration Manager in providing high level support across a number of functions within the business.  

The role will give you an opportunity to support many facets of the business including the provision of confidential and effective administration, project support and research, coordinating travel arrangements, meetings and action lists, and developing and maintaining policies. As no two days are the same, this newly created role is a great opportunity for an individual who is agile, driven, and enjoys a challenge.

Duties & Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include, but not limited to; 

• Assisting with production of policy and procedural documents covering a wide range of topics with assistance from relevant subject matter experts.  
• Producing meeting minutes and maintaining actions lists with accuracy.  
• Coordinating meetings and maintaining meeting facilities 
• Organising events and conferences including travel itineraries and compiling agendas.  
• Producing and analysing basic reports (training provided) to assist in key decision making. 
• Assistance in compiling key business presentations. 
• Assisting with ad-hoc research projects. 
• Performing day to day administrative duties. 

Required Skills & Qualifications

Essential  

• Minimum 1 year experience in a corporate office or similar environment.
• Strong organisational skills. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.  
• Proficient with the Microsoft Office suite.
• The ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality. 
• The ability to work independently without supervision. 
• The ability to interpret data from basic reports and assist in summarising key outcomes. 
• The ability to work in a fast-paced environment.  

Desirable  

• Knowledge of NetSuite or similar ERP system. 
• Strong project management skills.  
• Formal qualification in a business related field. 

Benefits & Perks 

• Flexible working hours with the potential to build some WFH once established in the role.
• 2km from the Adelaide CBD with on-site carpark.
• Friendly and supportive team environment. 
• Work within a culture that rewards innovation, strategic thinking, and adherence to values.
• Continued professional development and training opportunities.
• Quarterly social events and weekly Friday evening gatherings. 
• Monthly lunches and a Recognition and rewards system.