• Two permanent part-time opportunities – 0.8 FTE (30 hours per week)
• Pivotal executive support role
• Salary packaging ($18,550) and generous leave benefits

The Perkins is seeking two highly organised, proactive and detail-oriented Executive Assistants (EAs) to support Executive team members. These positions are offered on a part time basis (0.8 FTE) with flexibility on how those hours can be worked. Both positions will be located at our state-of the-art medical research facilities in Nedlands.

About this role

With two EA roles available, one will support our Deputy Director (and Research Leadership team), and the other will be responsible for supporting our Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Chief Financial Officer (CFO). These positions are pivotal in:

• Managing complex schedules.
• Facilitating efficient time and workload management, including the use of productivity and project management tools.
• Coordinating key meetings and events and associated outcomes.
• Managing travel and accommodation requirements.
• Monitoring and managing communication channels on behalf of Executives.
• Preparing, collating and reviewing materials and reports for Board and Committee meetings.
• Ensuring the smooth flow of daily operations, all while fostering a collaborative environment across departments.

This role would suit candidates with experience in a similar capacity supporting Executive-level roles.

To be successful in this role, you’ll have:

• Certificate IV in Business Administration (or similar) or equivalent knowledge gained through a combination of education, training and/or experience.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communications skills with the ability to interact professionally and effectively with a range of stakeholders.
• Well-developed administration, organisational and planning skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines with a high level of attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to work both collaboratively in a team environment with a flexible approach to duties and independently when required.
• Ability to solve problems under pressure while remaining calm.
• Strong ethical standards and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Proficient in a range of computing skills and platforms; in particular, Microsoft 365.
• Possess a current Western Australian ‘C’ Class Driver’s Licence.
• Satisfactory National Police Certificate.

If you really want to stand out, tell us about your understanding of, or experience within a research or academia setting.

If this sounds like the right fit, we can offer you:

• Flexible working options
• A supportive and passionate team
• The opportunity to make a positive impact in a community-focused organisation with global reach
• The ability to salary package up to $18,550 annually, meaning you can legitimately pay less tax and increase your tax-home pay
• Generous leave benefits, including:
  • 3 days paid extra leave at the end of the year
  • Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
  • 2 days of paid cultural and community engagement leave

Are you ready to make a difference?

To apply, please submit your cover letter addressing the selection criteria (and if you have a preference to work with the COO/CFO or Deputy Director), and your resume. Only applications submitted via Seek will be considered.

Applications close on 7 March 2025, however we’ll begin interviewing as soon as we hear from the right people so be quick!

Review the position description here. Enquiries can be directed to Stacey Rowlands, People Partner on (08) 6151 0852 or via email.