17519I | Executive Support Officer (Local Government | Ipswich | $61.61 p/hr plus superannuation

  • Job Type:Temporary
  • Location:Ipswich
  • Remuneration: $61.61 p/hour plus superannuation
  • Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm
  • Duration: 6 months with view of extension

An exciting opportunity is available to join a local government team based in Ipswich as an Executive Support Officer.

This is a diverse and fast-paced role providing confidential executive and administrative support to senior leadership. You’ll coordinate meetings and stakeholder engagement, prepare high-quality correspondence and reports, manage competing priorities, and act as a key point of contact for both internal and external stakeholders.

If you are a highly organised professional who thrives in a busy environment, enjoys building relationships, and takes pride in delivering exceptional executive support, this is an excellent opportunity to further your career within local government.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide confidential executive and administrative support to senior leaders.
  • Coordinate appointments, meetings and stakeholder engagements.
  • Act as the primary liaison between executives, community members and external organisations.
  • Prepare professional correspondence, reports, briefing papers, agendas and meeting minutes.
  • Research and collate information to support informed decision-making.
  • Coordinate operational briefings and maintain reporting registers.
  • Process expense reimbursements and manage office resources.
  • Respond to customer and community enquiries with professionalism, empathy and a strong customer service focus.
  • Assist with the preparation and submission of formal requests and documentation in accordance with organisational processes.
  • Contribute to the effective operation of the executive support team.

About You

To be successful, you will have:

  • Experience providing high-level executive or administrative support.
  • Exceptional written communication and report preparation skills.
  • Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise competing deadlines.
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement and customer service skills.
  • Strong research, analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • The ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality.
  • Advanced Microsoft Office skills and experience using corporate information systems.

Essential Requirements

  • Relevant qualifications and/or significant experience in executive support, administration or a related discipline.
  • Current Queensland “C” Class Driver Licence.

Why Apply?

  • Join a respected local government team based in Ipswich.
  • Secure an initial six-month temporary assignment with the opportunity for extension.
  • Enjoy a diverse role where no two days are the same.
  • Work within a collaborative and supportive team environment.
  • Make a meaningful contribution to your local community.

If you’re an experienced Executive Support professional looking for your next challenge, we’d love to hear from you.

For a confidential conversation please call Kylie on 38122920 or alternatively email kylie@topoffice.com.au