Executive Assistant to General Counsel
- Permanent full-time role
- Located in Britomart, Auckland
Mō te tūranga | About the Role
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Executive Assistant to support our General Counsel with Westpac Legal Services. You will have exceptional planning and organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks. No matter what, you will be the epitome of professionalism and always seek out new and better ways of working.
Like all great EA’s, you will be anticipating the next steps, pre-empting what’s required as well as maintaining a strategic lens on the work you do. You will be adept at ‘thinking outside the box’ and planning ahead. You will be detail orientated, with the drive and energy to make this varied role look seamless. If you have had exposure to the Legal Industry in some capacity, this would be highly desirable, however isn’t essential.
In addition to your superior interpersonal and organisational skills, you will have proven experience in a similar Executive Assistant role. You will pride yourself on working collaboratively with people at all levels to ensure the executive suite is an effective and enjoyable place to work.
Nā tāu rourou | What will you bring?
- Experience, in an Executive Assistant role, in large complex, corporate environments combined with proven success supporting a General Manager or Senior Executive.
- Ability to work in a dynamic, time constrained environment at pace, with composure and professionalism.
- Resilience and adaptability as you will be dealing with high level work as well as the pressure that comes with that.
- We will be leveraging your confidence when dealing with senior staff, relying on your ability to remain unphased by hierarchy. Discretion is key - you will be entrusted with confidential information, so it is critical you maintain this trust and with a professional etiquette.
- We need you to be a strong and clear communicator with a polished presentation.
Westpac Hei Wāhi Mahi | Working at Westpac
In addition to immersing yourself in a supportive team environment, you'll receive some great job perks and benefits including:
- 4 weeks standard holiday + 5 additional days of wellbeing leave to support you to be your best
- Additional purchased leave options up to 4 weeks per year
- Banking benefits, insurance discounts and superannuation scheme
- Growth and development – we provide opportunities for development and promote internal mobility
- Recognition - we recognise and reward our star performers
- School holiday subsidy - help you balance work and family during school holiday
- 2 Volunteer days per year
Ko mātou tēnei | Our Organisation
At Westpac, we’re working together to build a fairer and stronger New Zealand for our people, customers, and communities. For over 160 years we’ve been driven by our purpose to Create Better Futures Together.
What makes us unique are the incredible people we’re lucky enough to have walk through our doors every day. The giant ‘W’ on our building doesn’t just stand for Westpac – it says, double you. We’re a place that values, rewards and recognises individuality. Where you can be your whole self, your true self, and your best self. We’re recognised as a place where talent is developed, where passions are fuelled and where ambitions of all shapes and sizes thrive. And it all starts with you!
Tono mai ināianei! | Apply Now!
Apply today with your CV and Cover Letter.
The people of Aotearoa, New Zealand hail from many cultures and backgrounds. At Westpac New Zealand, we draw on this enormous talent pool to cultivate a team rich in ability and empowered to reach its full potential. Our aim is to be brave challengers, celebrating our differences and relentlessly advocating for our customers. It starts with us – we believe that when we care deeply and do our best for our people, they’ll do their best for our customers. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply, including those who are neurodiverse, have chronic health conditions or disabilities – your attitude and passion are as important to us as your experience, qualifications and capabilities.
Mahi tahi tātou, kaha ake tātou | Together Greater
Applications close:
25 January 2025
