Personal Assistant

Full job description
Deliver executive-level support in a fast-paced, professional environment
Contribute to improved workplace experience and service delivery across the organisation
Meaningful mahi that supports Tāmaki Makaurau

He angitūtanga: The opportunity
A well-managed Local Government is one of the seven priorities outlined in Auckland Council's Long-Term Plan (LTP) 2024–2034. Group Shared Services (GSS) has been identified as a key strategy to achieve this goal, ensuring consistent, high quality, customer-focussed shared services. GSS aims to integrate common functions across the council group, eliminating duplication and improving consistency.

We now have an exciting opportunity for a Personal Assistant to join our Workplace Support Services team, providing administrative and executive support to senior leaders and business units.

This is a predominantly on-site role based in our City Centre Office, with limited flexibility considered on a case-by-case basis.


He kōrero mōu: About you
You will bring strong experience in senior administration, personal or executive assistant roles—ideally within a large, complex organisation. Your ability to manage multiple priorities, provide proactive support, and maintain confidentiality is key to success.


We’re looking for someone with:

Proven experience managing diaries, emails, meetings, and events
Competence in preparing reports and supporting business operations
Knowledge of Microsoft Office tools and MS Teams
Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion
Experience working in a team and independently to meet tight deadlines

Mātou Kōrero: About Us
Group Shared Services currently supports five organisations within the Auckland Council Group: Auckland Council, Auckland Transport, Tātaki Auckland Unlimited, Eke Panuku and Watercare.

Auckland Council Group is one of the largest local authorities in the South Pacific, providing essential services and facilities to more than 1.6 million people. We are progressive socially, culturally and environmentally while we work towards creating change having an impact on our journey to becoming a world-class city for our ratepayers and residents.


Tono Mai: Apply Now!


Applications close: Wednesday 4th June 2025

Use this link to access the position description.


Our employer Kiwisaver contribution is additional to base salary offered.


Please note: Qualification Checks will be conducted along with other relevant pre-employment checks required for employment with Auckland Council.


Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.


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