Executive Assistant
Deloitte
Date: 1 day ago
City: Canberra, Australian Capital Territory
Contract type: Full time
Description:
Job Requisition ID: 38462
Executive Assistant
We are seeking an Executive Assistant to support the Asia Pacific General Counsel. This role is preferably based in Canberra with hybrid working arrangements. Given the nature of this role, we are seeking candidates who are flexible to attend the office as needed for in-person support and connection.
What will your typical day look like?
The Executive Assistant (EA) is the primary contact and concierge for the Partner, overseeing administrative tasks and procedures to ensure smooth and productive operations. The EA is a key enabler for the Partner, proactively managing communication, information flow, and stakeholder engagement. In this role you will be adept in managing complex schedules and coordinating meetings across multiple time zones. By anticipating the Partner’s needs, you will allow them to focus on strategic, high-impact activities.
Your role is crucial as a connector across Asia Pacific and Global, maintaining confidentiality on any sensitive information, and ensuring all interactions align with the firm’s broader business objectives. This is more than just an administrative role—it’s an opportunity to influence, anticipate needs, and drive efficiency at the highest levels.
About The Team
You’ll be joining a high-performing and collaborative team that thrives on efficiency, professionalism, and teamwork. Our executive support team is integral to the smooth running of our business, working closely with senior leaders to help them deliver on their objectives. It’s a fast-paced, dynamic environment where no two days are the same, and where your contribution is truly valued. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive culture where best practices are shared, and development opportunities are encouraged.
Enough About Us, Let’s Talk About You.
You may have all or some of the following skills/experiences:
At Deloitte, we focus our energy on interesting and impactful work. We’re always learning, innovating and setting the standard; making a positive difference to our clients and our society. We put coaching at the heart of what we do, helping our people grow their careers in any direction – whether it be up, moving into something new, or even moving across the world.
We embrace diversity, equity and inclusion. We have a diverse collection of people from different backgrounds, with different experiences, gender identities, abilities and thinking styles. What binds us together is a shared commitment to value everyone’s perspective and to cultivate inclusion; so that our work environment is a safe space we can all belong.
We prioritise flexibility and choice. At Deloitte, you get trust on Day 1. We know our people get their best work done when they’re in control of where and how they work, designing their work week around their client, team and personal commitments.
We help you live and work well. To support your personal and professional life, we offer a range of perks and benefits, including retail discounts, wellbeing leave, paid volunteering days, twelve flexible working options, market-leading parental leave and return to work support package.
Next Steps
Sound like the sort of role for you? Apply now, we'd love to hear from you!
By applying for this job, you’ll be assessed against the Deloitte Talent Standards. We’ve designed these standards so that you can grow in your career, and we can provide our clients with a consistent and exceptional Deloitte employee experience globally. The preferred candidate will be subject to background screening by Deloitte or by their external third-party provider.
Job Requisition ID: 38462
Executive Assistant
- Opportunity to provide support at the Executive level
- Engage with Asia Pacific and Global executives and teams in a fast-paced, high-impact environment.
- Bring your expertise to a role that allows you to anticipate needs, solve problems, and contribute to business success every day.
We are seeking an Executive Assistant to support the Asia Pacific General Counsel. This role is preferably based in Canberra with hybrid working arrangements. Given the nature of this role, we are seeking candidates who are flexible to attend the office as needed for in-person support and connection.
What will your typical day look like?
The Executive Assistant (EA) is the primary contact and concierge for the Partner, overseeing administrative tasks and procedures to ensure smooth and productive operations. The EA is a key enabler for the Partner, proactively managing communication, information flow, and stakeholder engagement. In this role you will be adept in managing complex schedules and coordinating meetings across multiple time zones. By anticipating the Partner’s needs, you will allow them to focus on strategic, high-impact activities.
Your role is crucial as a connector across Asia Pacific and Global, maintaining confidentiality on any sensitive information, and ensuring all interactions align with the firm’s broader business objectives. This is more than just an administrative role—it’s an opportunity to influence, anticipate needs, and drive efficiency at the highest levels.
About The Team
You’ll be joining a high-performing and collaborative team that thrives on efficiency, professionalism, and teamwork. Our executive support team is integral to the smooth running of our business, working closely with senior leaders to help them deliver on their objectives. It’s a fast-paced, dynamic environment where no two days are the same, and where your contribution is truly valued. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive culture where best practices are shared, and development opportunities are encouraged.
Enough About Us, Let’s Talk About You.
You may have all or some of the following skills/experiences:
- Proven experience in executive or senior-level support roles, ideally within a professional services environment
- Expertise in complex diary and inbox management, including across multiple time zones
- Previous experience in the legal sector or working with legal professionals is an advantage
- Strong communication skills—clear, concise, and professional, with the ability to draft high-level correspondence
- Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to juggle multiple priorities
- A proactive mindset, anticipating needs and taking initiative to resolve issues before they arise
- Experience managing demanding and complex travel arrangements, and coordinating high-profile meetings or events
- Ability to build strong relationships with senior stakeholders, both internally and externally
- A high level of discretion, integrity, and professionalism in handling sensitive and confidential information
- A strong understanding of overall business objectives and the commercial impact of the role
- A collaborative approach, mentoring and sharing best practices with colleagues
- Tech-savvy with proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant tools
At Deloitte, we focus our energy on interesting and impactful work. We’re always learning, innovating and setting the standard; making a positive difference to our clients and our society. We put coaching at the heart of what we do, helping our people grow their careers in any direction – whether it be up, moving into something new, or even moving across the world.
We embrace diversity, equity and inclusion. We have a diverse collection of people from different backgrounds, with different experiences, gender identities, abilities and thinking styles. What binds us together is a shared commitment to value everyone’s perspective and to cultivate inclusion; so that our work environment is a safe space we can all belong.
We prioritise flexibility and choice. At Deloitte, you get trust on Day 1. We know our people get their best work done when they’re in control of where and how they work, designing their work week around their client, team and personal commitments.
We help you live and work well. To support your personal and professional life, we offer a range of perks and benefits, including retail discounts, wellbeing leave, paid volunteering days, twelve flexible working options, market-leading parental leave and return to work support package.
Next Steps
Sound like the sort of role for you? Apply now, we'd love to hear from you!
By applying for this job, you’ll be assessed against the Deloitte Talent Standards. We’ve designed these standards so that you can grow in your career, and we can provide our clients with a consistent and exceptional Deloitte employee experience globally. The preferred candidate will be subject to background screening by Deloitte or by their external third-party provider.