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At AustralianSuper, we truly care about our colleagues. We know work and life are intertwined, so we support the diverse needs of everyone through flexibility, inclusiveness and a people‑first culture.
As Australia’s largest superannuation fund, we’re committed to delivering outstanding outcomes for our members. That means building a high‑performance environment underpinned by strong risk culture, collaboration and trust.
Your New Role
As Executive Assistant, you’ll provide high‑level, professional support to the Chief Risk Officer and the Group Risk leadership team. You’ll play a critical role in enabling the smooth operation of the Group Risk domain, partnering closely with senior leaders, other Executive Assistants and Team Coordinators across the fund. In this dynamic role, you’ll also be a People Leader to a Team Coordinator, guiding them and ensuring their work aligns seamlessly with the needs of the Group Risk Leadership Team and Domain.
This is a senior, trusted role that requires discretion, initiative and the ability to confidently manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment.
Key duties include but are not limited to;
Providing end‑to‑end executive administration support to the Chief Risk Officer, including complex diary, meeting and travel management.
Coordinating calendars, forums and meetings for Group Risk and senior leadership teams, ensuring papers and materials are prepared to a high standard.
Managing records, minutes, executive reporting and documentation in line with governance and best‑financial‑ interests obligations.
Supporting financial administration including invoice processing, purchase orders and corporate card reconciliation.
Preparing and formatting executive, board and committee papers, presentations and reports.
Leading coordination of Group Risk events, offsites, team days and conferences.
Driving continuous improvement of administrative processes to build efficient, sustainable ways of working.
Leading and developing Team Coordinator(s) and fostering a strong service‑oriented culture.
What You’ll Need
Significant experience as a senior Executive Assistant supporting C‑suite or equivalent leaders.
Proven background working in complex, fast‑paced environments such as financial services or professional services.
Advanced capability across Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential information.
Exceptional organisational skills with high attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.
A proactive, resilient and adaptable approach, with sound judgement and discretion.
Demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships and work collaboratively across all levels of an organisation .
Life at AustralianSuper
AustralianSuper is committed to colleague development and supports our people with ongoing learning, coaching and career opportunities across our growing organisation . We offer generous leave entitlements and promote a blended working environment where flexibility is part of how we work.
We cultivate a workplace that champions safety, respect, inclusiveness and diversity, and we’re proud of the different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives our people bring.
What’s Next
Apply now if you share our values of Energy, Integrity, Generosity of Spirit and Excellent Outcomes, and you’re looking for a senior EA role where your contribution truly matters.
AustralianSuper is committed to supporting an inclusive recruitment experience. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in the role, please let our Talent Acquisition team know.
AustralianSuper uses AI to review résumés and conduct initial phone interviews. This involves processing your application information in Australia and the USA to help assess suitability for the role. You may opt for a traditional phone screening instead. For details on how we manage personal information, please refer to our Candidate Privacy Policy.
Australian or New Zealand citizenship or Australian permanent residency is required.
Agencies please note: this vacancy is being managed directly by AustralianSuper’s Talent Acquisition team. We will contact our preferred partners if additional support is required.
The AustralianSuper Story
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.
At AustralianSuper, we truly care about our colleagues. We know work and life are intertwined, so we support the diverse needs of everyone through flexibility, inclusiveness and a people‑first culture.
As Australia’s largest superannuation fund, we’re committed to delivering outstanding outcomes for our members. That means building a high‑performance environment underpinned by strong risk culture, collaboration and trust.
Your New Role
As Executive Assistant, you’ll provide high‑level, professional support to the Chief Risk Officer and the Group Risk leadership team. You’ll play a critical role in enabling the smooth operation of the Group Risk domain, partnering closely with senior leaders, other Executive Assistants and Team Coordinators across the fund. In this dynamic role, you’ll also be a People Leader to a Team Coordinator, guiding them and ensuring their work aligns seamlessly with the needs of the Group Risk Leadership Team and Domain.
This is a senior, trusted role that requires discretion, initiative and the ability to confidently manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment.
Key duties include but are not limited to;
Providing end‑to‑end executive administration support to the Chief Risk Officer, including complex diary, meeting and travel management.
Coordinating calendars, forums and meetings for Group Risk and senior leadership teams, ensuring papers and materials are prepared to a high standard.
Managing records, minutes, executive reporting and documentation in line with governance and best‑financial‑ interests obligations.
Supporting financial administration including invoice processing, purchase orders and corporate card reconciliation.
Preparing and formatting executive, board and committee papers, presentations and reports.
Leading coordination of Group Risk events, offsites, team days and conferences.
Driving continuous improvement of administrative processes to build efficient, sustainable ways of working.
Leading and developing Team Coordinator(s) and fostering a strong service‑oriented culture.
What You’ll Need
Significant experience as a senior Executive Assistant supporting C‑suite or equivalent leaders.
Proven background working in complex, fast‑paced environments such as financial services or professional services.
Advanced capability across Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential information.
Exceptional organisational skills with high attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.
A proactive, resilient and adaptable approach, with sound judgement and discretion.
Demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships and work collaboratively across all levels of an organisation .
Life at AustralianSuper
AustralianSuper is committed to colleague development and supports our people with ongoing learning, coaching and career opportunities across our growing organisation . We offer generous leave entitlements and promote a blended working environment where flexibility is part of how we work.
We cultivate a workplace that champions safety, respect, inclusiveness and diversity, and we’re proud of the different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives our people bring.
What’s Next
Apply now if you share our values of Energy, Integrity, Generosity of Spirit and Excellent Outcomes, and you’re looking for a senior EA role where your contribution truly matters.
AustralianSuper is committed to supporting an inclusive recruitment experience. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in the role, please let our Talent Acquisition team know.
AustralianSuper uses AI to review résumés and conduct initial phone interviews. This involves processing your application information in Australia and the USA to help assess suitability for the role. You may opt for a traditional phone screening instead. For details on how we manage personal information, please refer to our Candidate Privacy Policy.
Australian or New Zealand citizenship or Australian permanent residency is required.
Agencies please note: this vacancy is being managed directly by AustralianSuper’s Talent Acquisition team. We will contact our preferred partners if additional support is required.
The AustralianSuper Story
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.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Executive Assistant, Group Risk position is now open for candidates interested in the Finance sector. This role in Melbourne offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Finance is a plus.