Office Manager / Senior Assistant
Sydney, AU
What it's about
We are seeking an experienced Office Manager / Senior Assistant to provide executive-level support to senior management and Sydney-based teams, while running the day-to-day operations of the Sydney office.
This is an opportunity to shape how the Sydney office looks, feels and runs. You will play a key role in creating a welcoming, well-organised and engaging office experience for employees, visitors and clients, working autonomously to a consistently high standard in a fast-moving, multitasking environment. The role suits someone who enjoys working with people, takes pride in operational excellence and wants to contribute to a positive, collaborative and professional workplace.
Key Responsibilities
Executive support
- Provide end-to-end executive support to the Head of Australia and other Sydney-based senior leaders
- Prepare presentation materials and documents for meetings and marketing purposes
- Represent executive leadership and Partners Group with professionalism, discretion and efficiency
- Exercise sound judgement and make decisions within delegated authority with minimal oversight
- Develop practical solutions in time-sensitive situations
- Coordinate senior management visits in close cooperation with other Partners Group locations, and support visitors as needed
- Manage travel arrangements including flights, visas, cars and hotels, exploring cost-efficient options
- Support the preparation of detailed meeting and roadshow agendas for marketing purposes
- Complete detailed expense reports, including tracking receipts and project budgets
- Collaborate with assistant colleagues across APAC, the US and Europe
Office, facilities & events
- Manage the day-to-day running of the Sydney office
- Liaise with relevant internal stakeholders and external organisations and vendors
- Monitor the Sydney office budget and keep senior managers informed
- Support compliance-related processes and document execution as required
- Create and maintain content for the Sydney office intranet pages
- Support new joiner onboarding
- Coordinate IT setup and system access for new starters and existing staff
- Serve as the point of contact with building management and oversee maintenance issues; conduct regular checks of cleaning, equipment and office presentation
- Monitor office supplies (groceries, printer stock, stationery) and track and process invoices through internal approval procedures
- Manage meeting room bookings, meet and greet guests, and register visitors
- Maintain Work Health & Safety documentation and Fire Warden representation
- Plan and deliver business and social events
- Take on additional and ad-hoc projects to support the team across administration, research and client work (eg office move 2028)
- 5+ years' experience as an Assistant or Office Manager in a medium to large corporate environment; 10+ years' experience supporting C-suite or Partner-level executives highly regarded.
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite and relevant systems (e.g. Concur), with a demonstrated ability to quickly pick up new software and systems
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in English, with confidence liaising with colleagues, visitors, vendors and stakeholders at all levels and managing the expectations of the business
- Proactive, positive solutions-oriented approach and a strong sense of ownership, with sound judgement
- High integrity and discretion, with the ability to perform duties with the highest level of confidentiality
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, high-pressure and deadline-driven environment, with a positive and dedicated mindset
- Superior organisational and time management skills, with the ability to plan ahead and follow through
- Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to work independently within a team-oriented environment, building strong relationships with colleagues, teams and vendors
- Professional attitude with a friendly, approachable demeanour; collaborative, service-oriented team player
Partners Group is a global financial institution that retains the culture, pace and agility of a start-up. As a growing firm, we are committed to attracting, developing and retaining the very best talent, by offering a workplace where results are truly recognized and rewarded.
We offer you a fantastic opportunity for you to grow:
- Professional, international working environment
- Challenging, rewarding career within a growing company
- Collaborative environment, with on-the-job training and mentorship opportunities
- 25 vacation days
- One-month sabbatical after every five years of service
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