AddressOne team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. At Viasat, we’re on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. For more than 35 years, Viasat has helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the globe communicate. We’re looking for people who think big, act fearlessly, and create an inclusive environment that drives positive impact to join our team.
What you'll do
As the Office and Business Support Manager in our Canberra location, you will assist the Managing Director in the fulfilment of business planning tasks for Viasat's Australia Government & Defence Management Team.
The day-to-day
You will often be the first contact with customers visiting the Brindabella Park facility and will assist with the provision of everyday Business Support including administrative activities to ensure that the Government & Defence team is functioning to its full potential. You will help in the establishment and maintenance of business processes (office administrative, support to Operations, work flow etc.) to facilitate smooth operation of the facility. This role requires a high level of personal organisation and stellar interpersonal skills to build solid relationships both inside and outside of Viasat.
What you'll need
- 3+ years' experience as a Business Support Manager or similar role
- Demonstrated experience with MS Office Suite (Outlook, Project, Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
- Proven ability to work both autonomously and with a team in a highly professional environment
- Solid experience with planning and strong organisational skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to direct multi-disciplinary Viasat teams and senior industry, Defence and Government officials
- Proven ability to develop solutions in a practical and creative manner
- Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships across all levels
- Ability to handle concurrent tasks which have competing demands
- Experience with marketing, managing bid development and provide oversight of project administration
- Australian Citizenship required
- Active NV1 Level 1 security clearance or ability to obtain when administratively feasible
- Ability to travel up to 10%
What will help you on the job
- Demonstrated experience in working for a multi-national organisation, especially one based in the USA
- Working knowledge of Oracle software
- Experience with Microsoft Sharepoint administration
- Proven and demonstrated experience as a DISP Security Adviser
- Experience in facilities administration
- Active NV1 Level 1 Security Clearance
EEO statement
Viasat is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic. If you would like to request an accommodation on the basis of disability for completing this on-line application, please click here.
