- Temp Assignment starting ASAP
- Currently until the end of February and working over the holiday period
- Work for a government agency supporting a General Manager.
- Working hours 38 - 40 hours a week with a start time of no later than 8am.
- Hourly rate up to $50 + 8% holiday pay (dependant on experience)
- Location: Wellington CBD (onsite 5 days a week)
Te whiwhinga mahi | The Opportunity
This is a pivotal opportunity for an experienced Executive Assistant to support a senior leader in a high-impact public sector environment. You’ll bring structure, pace and calm to a role where your judgement and discretion truly matter.
Kōrero mō te tūranga | About the Role
You’ll provide full EA support, managing a busy and complex diary, anticipating needs, and enabling your leader to operate at their best. This role suits someone who thrives in fast-moving environments, enjoys early starts, and brings maturity, confidence and exceptional attention to detail. You’ll be trusted to read the room, navigate sensitive situations, and keep work moving without being asked.
Ngā kawenga | Key Responsibilities
- Manage and prioritise a dynamic, high-volume diary.
- Anticipate needs and proactively resolve issues before they escalate.
- Maintain confidentiality and protect key relationships.
- Coordinate communications and ensure timely follow-through.
- Apply sound judgement in managing competing priorities.
- Support efficient workflow across email, phone and administrative systems.
- Prepare documentation and information to a high standard.
- Uphold accuracy and consistency across all tasks and commitments.
- Hourly rate of $35 - $50 + 8% holiday pay
- An opportunity to work closely with a senior leader and make a visible impact.
- A role with real variety, pace, and influence.
- Proven EA experience within a central government setting.
- Confident operating at pace with exceptional attention to detail.
- Ability to read the room and navigate sensitive contexts.
- Proactive problem-solver who follows through without prompting.
- Discreet, relationship-savvy and comfortable with early starts.
- Able to quickly learn preferred systems and ways of working.
Apply online today through the link in this advert or if you are wanting more information contact Kirsty on 09 869 6255.
Operating for over 20 years in Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom, people2people, Edge Recruitment, and Frog Recruitment are an award-winning recruitment group and HR solutions provider. As an inclusive workforce, we welcome everyone and encourage our employees, clients, and candidates to showcase their authentic selves.
Should you require reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, we encourage you to make a request by phoning the above-mentioned recruitment consultant to discuss. In response to these requests, we will collaborate closely with you to implement the appropriate adjustments.
