AddressWe are Australia’s largest superannuation fund, here to help members achieve their best possible retirement outcome. We create meaningful value for members and our communities through our diverse workforce of high performing, motivated employees, based across Australia.
- Purposeful work delivering outcomes for our 2.7 million Members
- A values led, inclusive work environment
- Melbourne based position
Your new team
Our Group Risk function is led by managers who advocate for their people, are open and approachable, and who share their knowledge. This is your chance to work with a passionate team who are shaping the Fund’s approach to risk, while delivering excellent outcomes for Fund members and colleagues. Our shared purpose is singular and clear. Everyday and in different ways we are inspired by the challenging and fulfilling work of improving financial outcomes of members.
Your new role
The Group Risk Executive Assistant provides professional administration support to the Group Executive and the Group Risk senior leadership team. This role will establish effective relationships with multiple executives and all Departmental “Heads of” to ensure all administrative matters are managed efficiently and to facilitate the smooth running of the team.
Key responsibilities will include;
- Provide diary management support to Executive and senior leadership team
- Provide a high level of effective and confidential administrative management support to the Group Executive and Group Risk senior leadership team and where appropriate, support other colleagues within the Group
- Working with the Company Secretary to co-ordinate Risk and Compliance Committee meetings multiple times throughout the year, including liaising with the Committee Chair, creating the agenda, coordinating attendance, reviewing presented material and other tasks as required
- Assist with the preparation, formatting and editing of department papers, presentations and reports
- Assist with projects/tasks as required to ensure effective running of the team
- Support senior members of the team with travel arrangements and approvals
- Ensure a positive, professional approach towards all stakeholders, internal or external, to build rapport, build confidence and enhance the Fund’s overall reputation
- Coordination of team events and activities
- Support the financial management of the Group through invoice processing, raising purchase orders and assisting with credit card management for senior team members including monthly reconciliation
- Contribute to the strength of the team by sharing information, working collaboratively, transferring skills and being supportive and flexible
What you’ll need
As the successful applicant you will have in-depth experience providing executive assistance to senior leaders in a growing and changing environment. With the ability to work under pressure, set and manage multiple conflicting priorities and meet specified timeframes and deadlines, you will possess strong problem-solving skills and initiative to remove obstacles.
With highly developed interpersonal and communication skills, you will have the ability to build rapport and work effectively with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels. In addition, you will bring;
- Experience working in a financial services, professional services or similar environment (preferred)
- Strong competency in the execution and understanding of Microsoft Office applications
- Demonstrated ability to coordinate tasks and operate independently
- Strong stakeholder relationship skills including the proven ability to initiate, maintain and develop relationships with peers, with the objective of gaining cooperation and meeting timelines for the delivery of advice
- Strong written and oral communication skills; including proven experience in dealing with confidential and sensitive issues with discretion
- Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and trust across a range of matters
- Demonstrated ability to manage a senior executive’s office and co-ordinate tasks, set priorities, and operate independently
- Strong problem-solving skills and demonstrated initiative to remove obstacles
More than a set of skills, we are looking for someone who is curious, collaborative, great at communicating, and always willing to learn.
What you’ll get in return
You will be working with a People Leader who values and supports your personal growth, in a growing, dynamic and authentic organisation that promotes integrity and puts members first.
We are proud to be a WGEA certified Employer of Choice for Gender Equality (since 2012). We are committed to the recruitment, development, and support of a diverse workforce into an environment which is inclusive, embraces diversity in all its forms and is a place where you can be you.
All roles can flex at AustralianSuper, and we are happy to discuss what this can look like for you . Please talk to us about the flexibility you are seeking, and we will explore what is possible for this role.
Other benefits include a competitive salary, genuine flexible working arrangements, income protection insurance and generous leave entitlements.
What’s next
Please apply now, if you share our values of Energy, Integrity, Generosity of Spirit and Excellent Outcomes and would like the opportunity to work in a challenging, growing and rapidly evolving team to deliver outstanding results.
Progress, powered by purpose .
Agencies please note: this vacancy is being managed directly by AustralianSuper’s Recruitment team. We will contact our preferred agency partners should we require additional support. Thank you.
*The AustralianSuper Story
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As a profit-to-member superannuation fund, AustralianSuper is run only for members, and is here to help members achieve their best possible retirement outcome . We don't pay profits or dividends to shareholders, so the money we make goes back into the fund.
We’re an organisation of talented, inspiring colleagues and passionate leaders. As we continue to grow in size and complexity, we need people who will challenge our thinking, deliver outstanding outcomes and most importantly, share in our purpose.
Job Type: Full-time
