Executive Assistant

  • 493551
  • Cheltenham, VIC, Australia
  • Administration
  • Full time
  • Closing on: Nov 12 2026

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  • Executive Assistant to Executive Leadership Team
  • Full Time Permanent Position
  • Collaborative and supportive team environment
  • Band 6 $100,968.38 - $110,162.74 per annum (dependent on experience) plus superannuation 
  • Location: Cheltenham

The role

We are seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to be part of the Executive Services Team.  The Executive Services Team supports five Executives, the Office of the CEO and the Office of the Mayor and Councillors. 

The Key role of this position is to provide high level executive support and assistance to two Executive Leadership Team Members.

Reporting to the Team Leader Executive Services, your role is to:

  • Provide high quality, proactive executive assistance to two Executive Leadership Team Members.
  • Provide support and assistance as required to other Executive Leadership Team members, Mayor and Councillors and Team Leader Executive Services.
  • Support the Executive Leadership Team in the preparation, review and approval of Council reports, including monitoring and updating Council’s Meeting Planner.
  • Provide proactive support to the Executive Leadership Team, anticipating needs, conducting research, analysing data, preparing reports and accurately managing agendas and minutes.
  • Diary management and forward planning for two Executive Leadership Team members.

About you

Our ideal candidate will thrive in a team environment, be collaborative, proactive and a forward thinker, with the highest level of professionalism.

We are looking for someone with:

  • Ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders
  • Highly organised, meet deadlines and manage conflicting priorities
  • Advance skills in Microsoft Office applications
  • Work to the highest level of discretion
  • Experience as an Executive Assistant

How to Apply

To learn more about this role, please view the full Position Description on our Careers website

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role. To apply, please click the ‘Apply’ button.

All applications must be submitted online through our careers portal.  Please note that we do not accept applications or inquiries from recruitment agencies

Enquiries:

For any inquiries about the position, please contact Jodie Price, Team Leader Executive services at Jodie.Price@kingston.vic.gov.au

For any reasonable adjustments or access needs during the application or interview process, please contact the Hiring Manager or email us at peopleandculture@kingston.vic.gov.au

About Kingston 

Kingston Council’s collective focus is on delivering exceptional service that achieves our vision and meets community expectations.

We are an inclusive, resilient community with a thriving economy, where we all share a safe, sustainable environment. The City of Kingston is south-east of Melbourne and is approximately 20km from Melbourne's CBD. We employ over 1,600 people in a diverse range of roles including engineering, customer service, administration, finance, family, youth and children's services, sport and recreation, health, parks and gardens, planning, arts and management.

Why you’ll love working for us?

At Kingston Council, we believe in fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. We support diversity and encourage applications from persons of all backgrounds. Here are some reasons why you might love working with us: 

  • Flexible Work Options, including remote and work flexible work hours
  • Yearly annual leave loading payment of 17.5% of base salary (excludes casual staff, sessional staff and Senior Officers)
  • Learning and development opportunities through professional development programs
  • Access to accrued day off every four weeks (Full-time employees only)
  • Salary Packaging
  • Purchase leave options
  • Career development opportunities,
  • Study/development assistance
  • Discounted gym memberships
  • 16 weeks paid parental leave for both primary and partner carers
  • Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
  • Social club events
  • Close to Public transport
  • Free Onsite parking

For further information visit our website Join our team - City of Kingston

Kingston City Council is an equal opportunity employer, committed to reconciliation and being a child safe organisation.

We are dedicated to attracting, retaining, and developing people of all genders, ethnicities, sexual orientations, abilities, and ages.

Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. We support adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. 

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