Executive Assistant to Managing Director & CMO

FOREVER NEW, MELBOURNE

Forever New Clothing is Australia's fastest growing fashion clothing and accessories brand. With more than 300 stores globally, and a vast online presence, we have developed a strong community of fashion-lovers, designers, innovators, experts and creatives who have taken us from Melbourne to the world.

YOUR DREAM ROLE

An exciting opportunity exists for a friendly, confident and enthusiastic fashion fan to join our Head Office Team as our EA to MD and CMO. 

• A lively, social office environment
• Full-time, permanent position in Richmond (Salary + super + subsidised parking + attractive team member benefits + discounts)
• This role is based 5 days per week in the Head Office, Richmond

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR... 

Known for your self-motivation and excellent communication skills, you possess the foresight to anticipate needs and deliver on specific objectives. Your unwavering reliability and commitment to confidentiality will be invaluable in this role as you provide comprehensive support to your leaders in both their professional and personal endeavours.

You will adeptly handle the diverse demands that come with assisting 2 dynamic and busy executives, employing a composed and diplomatic approach. Your natural talent for filling in information gaps, identifying priorities, and attending to details will be greatly appreciated by your leaders. Moreover, your capacity for independent decision-making aligned with company objectives, combined with your exceptional organisational abilities and attention to detail, will enable you to adapt swiftly to changing priorities without disrupting ongoing tasks.

As an agile and adaptable individual, you will thrive both as a team player and a self-directed professional. Your ability to collaborate effectively while also working autonomously will be highly esteemed.

WE HOPE YOU CAN OFFER US…

• 3 years as an Executive Assistant/ Personal Assistant supporting C-suite/ Executive level
• Extensive experience working in a fast-paced environment with competing demands and shifting priorities.
• Ability to handle urgent requests with thoughtfulness and consideration.
• Meticulous attention to detail and unwavering commitment to accuracy.
• Outstanding organisational and planning abilities.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving, demonstrating initiative in resolving issues promptly.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, fostering effective communication and collaboration.
• Confidence to handle personal matters/tasks as requested by MD or CMO.
• Exemplary record of maintaining confidentiality and exercising discretion at all times.
• Interest in the Fashion industry.
• IT skills including strength in Microsoft Teams, Outlook and PowerPoint
• The successful candidate for this role must possess a car and hold a valid Australian Driver's License. Please note that the use of your vehicle will be required for work-related tasks, and therefore, kilometre reimbursement will be provided..

These are our Forever News values:

• Think Customer
• Respect for all
• Keep it Simple
• Take Responsibility
• Act with Pace

THE PERKS WE OFFER YOU

Here at Forever New, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Forever New HO is a fast-paced retail environment rapidly expanding across the globe. By the same token, we're all about a healthy, flexible work-life balance. That's why, as part of the Forever New family, you'll enjoy plenty of exciting rewards and benefits.

• Generous 40% employee discount at Forever New Stores
• Periodic family and friends’ discounts and access to Samples sales 
• Loyalty and birthday leave
• Monthly Morning Tea
• Monthly early finish Friday
• Wellbeing and environmental incentives
• Learning and development programs
• Recognition program and service awards
• Subsidized car parking
• Thriving head office located in Richmond with subsidised café on the ground floor
• Exposure to a global business
• Recruitment referral incentives

At Forever New our customers come from all walks of life, and so do we! We value diversity and inclusion in all forms, thus hire based on capability and performance. If you feel like your passion and skills align with the role and our company culture, apply now to join our talented team.