Executive Assistant to the General Manager

• Provide support to the General Manager
• Enjoy a rostered day off approximately once every 3 weeks
• Hybrid working environment | Employer of Choice

About Us

City of Ryde, just 12 kilometres from Sydney CBD, is a place of unique lifestyle and opportunity. It is home to an engaged and culturally diverse community of around 130,000 people, and a strong and growing Smart City economy including more than 13,000 local businesses, Macquarie Park, world-class hospitals, and a leading university. All balanced with beautiful bushland, riverfront parks, open spaces, and sport facilities.

Our council delivers a broad range of services, projects, programs, and events. We are actively committed to innovation, sustainability, resilience and providing exceptional customer experiences, and this relies on attracting and keeping great people. We are a recognised Employer of Choice (Australian Business Awards 2022) and offer a range of benefits, including flexible work arrangements, health and wellbeing programs, a learning and development program including study support, and a reward and recognition program.

About the Role

To provide professional executive support and research to the General Manager and the organisation. Facilitating effective decision making and operational efficiency to deliver the portfolio goals. Provide executive support to the CEO Office, and staff as required, including acting arrangements for the Executive Officer position when required.

The Executive Assistant will need to show initiative, proactively tracking, coordinating and ensuring resolution of tasks and issues to enable the best allocation of the General Manager’s time and resources.

About You

In addition, you will also have:

• Demonstrated experience providing executive support at a senior level
• High-level organisational and time management skills, with proven ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated ability to manage confidential information in a professional and sensitive manner
• High-level minute taking, records management, office/clerical procedures

Please note: In line with Council’s COVIDSafe Workplace Policy & Procedure all staff are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19.

Your commencing annual salary will range from $85,592 to $111,270 + Superannuation, dependent on your experience and qualifications.

Culture & Benefits

• Free shuttle bus between the North Ryde Office and North Ryde Metro Station
• Commitment to providing opportunities for work/life balance
• Hybrid work from home and office arrangements available for eligible positions
• Flexibility regarding start and finish times to suit your lifestyle
• Work 37.5 hours and enjoy a rostered day off approx. every 3 weeks  
• Long service leave after 5 years, then accrued monthly 
• 18 weeks paid parental leave (for eligible employees)
• 3 extra grant days at Christmas to ensure you have time to enjoy the holiday 
• Annual performance reviews and Award increases
• Opportunity to sign up as a fitness passport member
• Various health & well-being initiatives (i.e. flu vaccinations, skin checks, etc.)

How to apply

Please ensure you give full answers to the online application questions, showcasing your abilities and experience. Your answers, in conjunction with your resume, will determine if you are invited to an interview. 

Please note you do not need a “password” to use our on-line application system, however you have the option save and return to your application prior to the closing date. In addition to answering the online questions, this position requires you to attach your Resume to complete the application process.  Please note, you are not required to submit a cover letter or a statement addressing selection criteria. 

Closing Date: Sunday 24 March 2024 at 11:30pm

If you would like to know more, please see the position description or contact Carmelina Loughland on 02 9952 8052 for a confidential discussion.

City of Ryde is committed to Equal Employment and Child Safety