EA - auckland cbd

Support a senior leader in the arts. Temp part-time role in the CBD. Fast-paced, people-focused, and culturally grounded with project and team scope.

We’re seeking an outstanding Executive Assistant to support a senior leader within a high-profile creative organisation. This temporary role runs until  approx. mid-December and is based predominantly onsite in the Auckland CBD - 5 hours per day, with the ability to flex up to 8 hours if needed.

This role is working in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment where cultural understanding, professionalism, and flexibility are key.

What you’ll be doing:

• Providing full executive support including diary/email management, meeting preparation, and drafting correspondence
• Anticipating workloads, juggling multiple priorities, and managing issues discreetly and efficiently
• Coordinating agendas, minutes, and communications for key internal groups and committees
• Leading or supporting cross-functional projects, ensuring timelines and outcomes are met
• Acting as a key liaison across stakeholders, maintaining strong, respectful relationships
• Supporting organisational obligations, from health and safety to promoting kaupapa Māori and best practice

What you’ll bring:

• Proven experience supporting senior leaders—ideally in the arts, museum, or cultural sectors (not essential)
• Confidence handling sensitive matters with integrity, discretion, and sound judgement
• Strong organisational, communication, and relationship-building skills
• Project coordination experience and the ability to manage competing priorities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat Pro, and admin systems
• A working knowledge of te ao Māori, and a commitment to supporting kaupapa Māori
• A calm, professional presence and collaborative approach under pressure

This role offers the opportunity to be part of something meaningful while putting your coordination, communication, and leadership skills to use in a dynamic, creative setting.

We recognise that neurodiversity is critical to a healthy, successful workplace. Our role is to uncover and advocate strengths via a psychologically safe recruitment experience. So, if a typical recruitment process doesn’t bring out your best, let us know. We want you to shine, not shy away.  
  
Next steps 
 
Apply here with a CV in MS Word. You’ll need to hold NZ citizenship, residency, or have already secured a valid visa. Want to discuss your suitability further? Find me via our website.
  
We understand some job seekers choose not to apply if a role isn’t a 100% match. We’d encourage you to apply anyway or send us your details. If this isn’t right something else might be. 

A bit about Charly, who's recruiting this role:

Full of life, Charly is ready to help you find that next great role. She can often be found watching any sport Auckland has to offer or strolling along the beach, with a cuppa tea in hand.

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