Executive Assistant

• $96,323 - $102,186 (G06) + 17% superannuation
• Full time, Continuing | Commencing February 2026
• Based at our vibrant Bentley Campus

Job Reference: 1423863

Executive Assistant to the Chief People Officer
 
We are seeking an experienced, highly organised Executive Assistant to provide professional, confidential support to the Chief People Officer (CPO). This role sits at the centre of a dynamic People & Culture portfolio and is critical to ensuring the smooth, coordinated and secure operation of the CPO’s office.
  
This is an opportunity for someone who thrives in developing trusted partnerships and operating in a fast‑moving environment where judgement, integrity and absolute discretion are essential. You will be joining a collaborative team of People & Culture professionals who value respect, integrity, collaboration and supporting one another’s success.
 
About the Role
Working closely with the CPO, you will provide high‑level executive support and act as a key point of coordination across the broader People & Culture function. Your work will involve managing highly confidential information, navigating complex stakeholder relationships and using your professional judgement to support decision‑making and prioritisation.
  
Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing and prioritising the CPO’s complex diary and commitments
• Coordinating meetings, events and key activities, including preparation and follow‑up
• Preparing high‑quality correspondence, reports, presentations and briefing materials
• Handling highly sensitive and strictly confidential information with the highest levels of integrity, care and professional judgement
• Providing executive support for committees, working groups and strategic initiatives
• Acting as a trusted liaison for internal and external stakeholders
• Maintaining organised, efficient office practices including records management and secure handling of documentation
• Coordinating travel arrangements in line with University procedures
• Welcoming visitors and managing enquiries with professionalism and discretion

About You
You are someone who is organised, approachable and quietly confident in supporting senior leaders. You enjoy juggling multiple priorities and understand the importance of trust and confidentiality.
  
You will bring:

• Significant experience providing high‑level executive or administrative support
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and complex diaries
• Excellent communication skills and confidence working with diverse stakeholders
• Highly developed judgement, maturity and the ability to maintain strict confidentiality
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills and strong digital capability
• The ability to work both independently and in a collaborative team environment
• Experience within a university setting is welcome but not essential

Role Requirements
You will require work rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role to be considered. Successful applicants are subject to a National Police Clearance, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction.

About the Team: People and Culture
The People and Culture team sits at the heart of Curtin, supporting our people and leaders to create an inclusive, respectful and thriving workplace. This role provides primary executive support to the Chief People Officer as a member of the University’s Senior Executive Team and works closely with the Executive Officer, forming a trusted and collaborative support network within the office.
  
You will be based in a collaborative, open-plan workspace on Curtin’s beautiful campus - just steps away from cafés, green spaces and places to take a break or connect with colleagues. All People and Culture functions are co-located in one building, helping to foster strong relationships, easy collaboration and a genuine sense of belonging.
  
The team brings together a diverse range of expertise, including Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging; Employment Compliance; Gender Equity and Inclusion; Management Support; People Operations; People Technology; and Workplace Relations. Working side-by-side allows us to share knowledge, support one another and take a holistic approach to people-focused work.
  
You will be supported by a team that values collaboration, respect and seeing each other succeed. We warmly encourage applications from current University employees and are equally open to hearing from external candidates who feel aligned with our values and ways of working.

About Curtin University 
Curtin University proudly stands among the top one percent of global universities according to the ARWU 2025 rankings. We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information, please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page - https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-at-curtin/  
  
What We Offer You
Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant Bentley campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, bus station, accessible parking and endless food options including a supermarket. Aside from the vibrant campus life, we offer more than just a job. Curtin offers a wide range of generous benefits, including additional leave, salary packaging, health and wellbeing services and an array of discounts for retail, travel and much more.  For more reasons to work at Curtin, please visit https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/  
  
Join Us! 
 
If this sounds like your next role, please click APPLY NOW ensuring to attach the following documents:

• Your current CV outlining relevant experience.
• A brief cover letter (maximum one page) highlighting your suitability for the role and key skills that align with the position requirements, including:
  • Why you are interested in the role and what motivates you to apply.
  • Key skills and experience that make you suitable for supporting the Chief People Officer.
  • Any additional strengths that demonstrate your ability to thrive in a fast-paced, confidential environment.
  • Experience and skills with managing stakeholders and information sensitively and with the strictest of confidence.

If you have any queries in relation to this opportunity or the application process, please contact our careers team on [email protected] or 08 9266 9000 (option 3,1), quoting the reference number. Please note applications will not be accepted via this email address. 

Applications close: 8.30PM (AWST), Saturday 7 February 2026
Late applications will not be considered, and only successful candidates will be contacted.

Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time.  

Curtin reserves the right at its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time. We reserve the right to remove the advert earlier than the date on the advert.