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Looking for an Executive Assistant role with plenty of variety, meaningful work, and a genuinely supportive team environment?

We’re partnering with a respected national organisation seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to provide high-level support to senior leadership while also coordinating governance and board activities. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a busy, fast-paced role where you’ll quickly become an integral member of a close-knit team.

Part of a small and cohesive team, you’ll enjoy a collaborative environment where everyone contributes, relationships matter and your work has visible impact.

What you’ll be doing

In this diverse role, you’ll provide executive and governance support across a range of responsibilities, including:

• Diary and calendar management
• Preparing agendas, reports, presentations and meeting documentation
• Providing board and governance support, including minute taking and meeting coordination
• Managing complex travel, accommodation, and logistical arrangements for senior leaders and governance meetings
• Managing confidential information and sensitive communications
• Liaising with internal and external stakeholders across New Zealand
• Supporting official information requests and governance processes

What we’re looking for

You’ll be a seasoned Executive Assistant who enjoys working autonomously, juggling competing priorities, and building trusted relationships with senior stakeholders.

Ideally, you’ll bring:

• Previous Executive Assistant experience supporting senior leaders
• Strong governance or board support experience
• Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent written communication and document preparation skills
• Experience working within government, public sector, regulatory, membership, or national council environments
• Exposure to Official Information Act (OIA) processes would be highly regarded

Why you’ll love this role

This is more than just another EA position.

• Fixed-term opportunity from mid-September through to mid-December 2026, with potential to extend.
• Wellington CBD location, conveniently close to public transport
• Flexible hybrid working arrangement
• Anchor office day on Mondays, with only one additional in-office day each week
• Work alongside a supportive, small down-to-earth team.
• Interesting mix of executive and governance responsibilities
• Opportunity to contribute to an organisation with a strong connection to New Zealand communities and natural environments

Apply now

If you’re an experienced Executive Assistant who enjoys balancing high-quality executive support with governance responsibilities, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact Prany Sun at H2R Consulting on 04 4999471 for confidential discussion.