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Senior Executive Assistant | Wellington CBD

Provide trusted support at the heart of a purpose-led organisation

As an accomplished Senior Executive Assistant, you will join a dedicated, values-led team and provide proactive, confidential support to a highly visible leader whose work improves outcomes for young people across Aotearoa.

This opportunity will suit someone who is confident working autonomously, using sound judgement and staying several steps ahead in a complex, fast-moving environment.

About the role | Mō te tūranga

Working closely with the senior leader, you will keep them well prepared and supported so they can focus on the priorities that matter most.

This is a small, close-knit organisation where relationships matter, everyone contributes and people are deeply committed to the mahi. Te Tiriti o Waitangi is central to how the organisation works and informs a respectful, inclusive culture.

Your mahi will include:

• Managing a complex diary, inbox, correspondence and forward work programme
• Anticipating priorities and identifying risks or emerging issues early
• Coordinating meetings, stakeholder engagements, travel and detailed itineraries
• Preparing high-quality briefings, presentations, reports and correspondence
• Building trusted relationships with senior stakeholders across the public, NGO and community sectors
• Handling confidential and sensitive information with absolute discretion
• Supporting the improvement of executive and administrative systems and processes

About you | Mōu

You will be a highly experienced Executive Assistant with sound judgement and a calm, considered approach. Comfortable working closely with a senior leader, you will build a relationship based on trust, openness and mutual respect.

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• At least 8–10 years as an Executive Assistant, with substantial experience supporting a Chief Executive or similarly senior leader. This will include working in an executive or governance environment.
• Ideally, experience within the public sector or a similarly complex organisation
• A strong track record of managing competing priorities, complex logistics and senior stakeholder relationships
• The ability to anticipate what is needed, set priorities and act with confidence
• Excellent written communication skills and confidence preparing executive-level documents
• A high level of integrity, professionalism and discretion
• Strong Microsoft Office skills and confidence learning new technology
• A practical, collaborative approach and willingness to contribute across a small organisation
• A commitment to embedding Te Tiriti-based practice in your day-to-day mahi, alongside a willingness to continue growing your capability in te reo Māori and tikanga Māori.

Why this role? | He aha tēnei tūranga?

This is an opportunity to use your judgement, foresight and organisation in a role that is trusted, valued and close to the heart of meaningful work. You will directly support effective leadership and see the impact of your contribution for young people across Aotearoa.

How to apply | Me pēhea te tono

To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter.

Applications close 22 October 2026. We encourage you to apply promptly, as applications will be reviewed as they arrive.

Applicants must be currently based in New Zealand and have the legal right to work here.

For a confidential kōrero or to request a copy of the position description, please contact Maria Lyons at Niche Recruitment:

maria.lyons@nicherecruitment.co.nz | 021 403 855

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