Executive Assistant

Permanent / Full Time

Support senior leaders at a prestigious independent school. Strategic EA role with executive exposure, projects and stakeholder engagement.

  • Executive Assistant role supporting senior leaders in a fast paced environment
  • Values-led culture with genuine long-term career potential
  • Eastern Suburbs Location - 5 days office work required
MJD Recruitment are delighted to be partnering with a highly respected school in Sydney's Eastern Suburbs to recruit an exceptional Executive Assistant to support members of the Senior Leadership Team.

This is a rare opportunity to step into a broad and influential role where you will become a trusted advisor and business partner to senior executives, helping drive operational excellence across a dynamic and values-led organisation.

Supporting two senior leaders, you will be at the heart of the school's operations, managing competing priorities, coordinating key projects and acting as a central point of contact for a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.

About the Role

No two days will be the same in this fast-paced and highly visible position. Your responsibilities will include:
  • Complex diary, meeting and executive support
  • Preparing reports, presentations, briefing papers and correspondence
  • Coordinating leadership meetings, agendas, minutes and action tracking
  • Managing sensitive stakeholder communications with professionalism and discretion
  • Supporting governance, compliance and policy review processes
  • Coordinating projects, events and community engagement initiatives
  • Budget administration, invoice processing and expense management
  • Travel coordination and executive logistics
  • Driving process improvements and administrative efficiencies
About You

You are a dedicated and highly capable Executive Assistant who thrives in a busy environment and enjoys being one step ahead.

You will bring:
  • Experience supporting senior executives, C-Suite leaders or complex leadership teams at Director level or above
  • Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail
  • Outstanding communication and stakeholder management abilities
  • A calm, proactive and solutions-focused approach
  • Strong judgement, discretion and emotional intelligence
  • The ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high standard of work
  • A genuine desire to contribute to a collaborative and purpose-driven environment
Why Apply?

  • Rare opportunity to support an inspiring and highly respected leadership team
  • Broad role offering exposure to executive operations, governance and strategic projects
  • Warm, collaborative and values-driven culture
  • Long-term career opportunity within a stable and highly regarded organisation
  • Attractive salary package and supportive working environment
If you're an experienced Executive Assistant looking for a meaningful role where you can genuinely make an impact, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact MJD Recruitment for a confidential discussion.

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