Executive Assistant (Pathway to Chief of Staff) Financial Services | Top end of Melbourne CBD | $150,000 package | Flexible Working We are partnering with a well-established financial services organisation based in Melbourne CBD to appoint a high-performing Executive Assistant supporting an engaging and collaborative CEO. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced EA who is looking to step into a broader, more strategic role over time, with a clear pathway into a Chief of Staff / Business Manager position. The Opportunity Working closely with the CEO, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth running of the executive office while gaining exposure to strategic initiatives across the business. You will act as a trusted partner to the CEO, ensuring they are well-prepared, informed, and able to focus on key priorities. Over time, this role will evolve to include greater involvement in business planning, project delivery, and leadership team coordination. Key Responsibilities Proactive and complex calendar and inbox management Preparing high-quality briefings, reports, presentations, and correspondence Coordinating Leadership Team and Board activities, including agendas, papers, and action tracking Supporting CEO communications and ensuring effective information flow across the business Assisting with key projects and process improvement initiatives alongside the COO Managing travel, events, and stakeholder engagement Overseeing approvals, reporting, and administrative processes aligned to business outcomes Acting as a key liaison across the organisation to ensure alignment and efficiency About You Proven experience supporting at C-suite level, ideally within financial or professional services Looking to step beyond a traditional EA role into a more strategic, business-facing position Highly organised with strong attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities Commercially minded with strong problem-solving capability Confident communicator with the ability to engage senior stakeholders Proactive, adaptable, and comfortable working with autonomy Driven by continuous improvement and operational excellence What’s on Offer $150,000 package Flexible working environment (hybrid model) Direct exposure to an engaging and collaborative CEO Clear progression pathway into a Chief of Staff role Broad, impactful position with visibility across the business
