Personal Assistant
- Wellington
- $65,000-78,395 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
You’ll be joining a collaborative, high-performing policy group known for its professionalism, supportive culture, and strong networks across the public sector. The team values clarity, reliability, and a genuine commitment to service — and they also know how to enjoy their work along the way.Te whiwhinga mahi | The Opportunity
We’re seeking a Personal Assistant to provide one-to-one support to a senior Tier 3 leader who leads a high-profile policy portfolio. You’ll work closely with this leader and their extended team to coordinate ministerial engagements, prepare meeting materials, liaise with key stakeholders, and keep everything running smoothly in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.The role sits within a wider business support group, but you’ll also be embedded in the policy function — providing vital support that helps the leader deliver on government priorities, manage cross-agency relationships, and lead their team effectively.Ngā kawenga | Key Responsibilities
- Complex calendar and meeting coordination, including with Ministerial offices
- Preparation of briefing materials, agendas, and meeting documentation
- Light drafting of internal communications and team updates
- Liaising with external stakeholders including government agencies and peak bodies
- Coordinating workflows, maintaining timelines, and supporting seamless team operations
- Financial and administrative processing as needed
You’ll bring:
- Previous experience supporting senior leaders in a public sector or professional services environment
- Strong organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities
- Clear, confident communication and a calm, solutions-focused approach
- Strong judgement and discretion, with comfort handling sensitive information
- Confidence using Microsoft Office and collaboration tools (e.g. Teams, SharePoint)
- An understanding of government processes or formal corporate environments
- Drafting or formatting experience is a bonus (e.g. preparing clean, final documents for senior sign-out)
- Salary band: $65000 - 78000, based on experience
- Flexible working environment – generally 2–3 days in the office
- Supportive and professional team with strong internal networks
- Opportunity to support work that directly contributes to system-wide change
- High-trust, inclusive team culture
Apply online now with your CV or contact Shannon Barlow on (09) 869 6259 for more information.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.This email is already in use, please loginApply nowPlease wait while we fetch your resume and information...Use existing ResumeUpload a ResumeApply nowThis job is no longer availableLocationWellington, WellingtonSalary$65,000.00 - $78,395.00 AnnualWork Type
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