Personal Assistant (12-Month Fixed-Term Maternity Leave Cover) | Audit

Our Audit, Assurance and Reporting Advisory team is looking for an experienced and proactive Personal Assistant to join our Audit practice on a 12-month fixed-term maternity leave cover. Reporting to our Audit Partners, this role will play a key part in keeping the team running smoothly through the provision of high-quality executive and administrative support. You'll work closely with our Partners and wider Audit team, coordinating day-to-day activities, managing competing priorities, and helping drive an exceptional experience for both internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Proactively managing Partner diaries, schedules, and meeting arrangements; Supporting the scheduling team with resourcing our Auckland team and reporting nationally; Anticipating and coordinating domestic and international travel, accommodation, and meeting logistics; Supporting internal and external events, including planning, coordination, logistics, and stakeholder communications; Producing high-quality documents, presentations, reports, and meeting materials; Processing expenses, invoices, and providing broader financial administration support where required; Updating and maintaining key business systems, including CRM, billing, and time management platforms; Supporting Partners with the preparation and coordination of meetings, presentations, and client engagements; Developing and maintaining effective office systems and administrative processes to improve efficiency; Contributing to office culture initiatives and supporting team engagement activities; Assisting with wider office administration and team support activities as required; Collaborating closely with other support team members across the business to ensure seamless support delivery

Requirements

Previous experience in a Personal Assistant, Executive Assistant, or similar support role; Experience with scheduling across a substantial number of engagements; A professional, personable, and client-focused approach; Strong organisational skills and the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities; Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence engaging at all levels; Exceptional attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving; The ability to anticipate needs, use initiative, and think ahead; Proven capability to build effective internal and external relationships; Sound judgement and discretion when handling confidential information; Proficiency across Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook; A commitment to continuous learning and personal development

Nice to have

Experience within a professional services or large corporate environment

Benefits

Subsidised professional qualifications and paid professional memberships; Subsidised health insurance; Income protection insurance; 22 days annual leave; Social events, sports teams, and monthly firm drinks; Wellbeing initiatives and support; Volunteer and community impact days; Environmental and sustainability initiatives