Join this reputable organisation in an integral Executive Assistant role!
Our Client:
  
Our client is a dynamic and innovative organisation operating at the intersection of education, technology, and strategic development. With a progressive approach to leadership and a commitment to impactful outcomes, they are growing rapidly and need talented people to support their continued success.
  
The Opportunity:
  
This is an exciting newly created Executive Assistant position, offering the chance to work closely with two high-performing Board Executives in a role that blends traditional EA responsibilities with strategic project support. You’ll be an integral part of the leadership team – sitting in on meetings, helping drive key initiatives, and keeping priorities on track.
  
Your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Providing high-level executive support to two Board Executives, managing calendars, priorities and communications with a proactive and strategic mindset.
• Attending internal leadership meetings to take clear and actionable notes, provide follow-ups, and contribute insights when appropriate.
• Managing and tracking multiple concurrent projects using Trello, ensuring timelines, actions and decisions are aligned and progressing.
• Acting as a strategic gatekeeper—reminding the Executives of pending decisions, deadlines and follow-ups.
• Supporting the implementation and delivery of key strategic initiatives, offering input and keeping teams accountable.
• Building relationships across the business to effectively gather information, drive outcomes and influence timelines.

Your Skills & Experience:
  
To be successful in this role, you’ll bring a mix of executive support experience, strategic thinking, and strong project coordination skills. You’ll be comfortable working closely with senior leaders and adding value beyond standard EA duties.

• Demonstrated experience in a senior Executive Assistant, Project Coordinator or similar role supporting executive-level stakeholders.
• Exceptional organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities across dynamic environments.
• Strong communication skills with the confidence to engage with senior leaders, ask questions, and provide thoughtful input
• Experience using Trello or similar project management tools to track tasks and drive outcomes.
• Ability to think strategically, anticipate needs, and work with a high degree of autonomy and initiative.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment where responsibilities can shift based on priorities.
• Professionalism, discretion, and sound judgement when dealing with confidential matter.

The Offer:
  
This is a rare opportunity to step into a highly visible and valued role where your input and presence will be genuinely appreciated. You’ll join a forward-thinking organisation at a time of growth and evolution, where no two days are the same and where your contribution will make a real difference.

• Competitive salary on offer
• Supportive and visionary leadership team
• Role with real variety and strategic exposure
• Opportunity to grow your career in an evolving and purpose-led organisation

To ensure compliance with Australian employment law, this role is only open to candidates who possess either the right to work in Australia, permanent residency, citizenship status or visa status. 
  
How to Apply:
To apply online, click ‘apply’ at the top of this page, or contact our designated Recruitment Consultant, Virginia Sharpe on 07 4051 9699 or virginia@cbcstaff.com.au for a confidential discussion.
  
At CBC Staff Selection, we are dedicated to fostering an environment that champions equal opportunity, embraces diversity, promotes inclusion and prioritises flexibility and accessibility. All communication with CBC Staff Selection is managed in a highly confidential manner, and your details will not be shared with any future employer without your prior consent.
  
CBC Staff Selection – Redefining Recruitment
With over 35 years’ recruitment experience, CBC Staff Selection specialises in providing professional, quality recruitment services to a wide range of candidates and clients throughout both Far North Queensland (Cairns region) and North Queensland (Townsville and Mackay region) as well as Regional Queensland.
  
Job Reference: 1622956/VS

• Work for an employer who creates meaningful opportunities!
• Collaborative, forward thinking team in a culturally inclusive workplace
• Values led, commercially driven organisation