Reporting to the Editor, Sydney Morning Herald, the Personal Assistant position provides high-level support to the Editor and day-to-day office management and reception duties. The role involves confidential, high-level information as well as engagement with executive and community stakeholders. This is a diverse, hands-on role which requires professionalism, interpersonal skilfulness, energy and attention to detail.

Day to day, you will:

• Provide quality and timely administrative support to the Editor.
• Coordinate communications, including taking calls, responding to emails and interfacing with clients.
• Maintain and report on a current log of correspondence and commitments and chase up items approaching the due date.
• Maintain and coordinate an effective calendar system, ensuring the Editors' competing demands are effectively managed.
• Make travel arrangements and detailed travel itineraries
• Act as the point of contact between the Executive and their internal or external colleagues
• Organise meetings and book meeting rooms

Please note this position is based in our North Sydney office.

Our Store Managers bring the Starbucks experience to life by managing store operations, driving financial success, leading teams, and creating a meeting place in their communities.

• Grow a successful business: drive sales leveraging your business acumen, efficiency and problem solving skills

• Our store leaders act like owners. They run their store as though it belongs to them - from developing their team, managing daily operations, creating connections to owning the financial performance

• Nurture talent & lead a team: engage the hearts and minds of your team and develop their skills so that they realize their personal best, both as individuals and as thriving teams

• This role is a 'hands on' and develops your leadership experience, coaching skills, coffee passion and business acumen

• Our Managers delight and uplift customers through a human connection, engaging with customers and staff and leading by example

About You

• Previous experience in store leadership roles ideally within the retail or hospitality industries

• Exposure to managing store operations and driving financial success

• Previous exposure to rostering, P&L reports and budgets

• An ability to develop teams and evoke a positive and fun working environment 

Our Partner Promise & Benefits

• 12 week fully paid training program with ongoing 1:1 mentoring and a tailored career pathway

• Participate in our Store Leaders Incentive/Bonus Program

• Receive free coffee, discounts on shift and at all of our Starbucks Australia stores

• Enjoy the security of a permanent role with good work-life balance, a rotating roster and flexibility

• Develop your leadership skills - opportunities to open new stores or become a management trainer

• Grow and develop your passion for coffee - become a coffee master!

Join us

We are a 2023 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.

Inspire with every cup. Explore our opportunities and learn more about becoming a partner. Apply now!

Unity Fund Services (UFS) is expanding our team and we are searching for a qualified Fund Accountant in the position of Assistant Manager to help us lead, coach, and mentor our fund accountants as we redefine fund administration.   

This role will use your >5 years background as a general accountant (CPA/CA) and your people management experience within fund services environments.  Your knowledge of working in a variety of asset classes is essential to this role.  It is expected that all our assistant managers have the ability to still be hands-on with the “tools” including highly advanced skills using Excel, Word.

Assistant managers within our team at UFS are able to demonstrate their ability to lead from the front by motivating their teams, sharing knowledge, and coaching their teams to ongoing success.  Your proactive, analytical approach to problem-solving and ability to bring a team together is what will drive your success in our organisation. We are searching for assistant managers who have the ability to build a strong rapport with their teams but also be confident advisers to our clients. 

The role will see you assume responsibility for a varied portfolio of investment funds which may include wholesale or retail: 

• property / real estate funds
• credit/debt funds
• fund of funds
• hedge funds
• financial assets
• other investment funds

Tasks/Responsibility

• Managing relationships with key stakeholders to ensure all aspects of fund administration are delivered in a compliant and efficient manner 
• Manage a small team of fund accountants ensuring all team members are trained and motivated to deliver excellent client services
• Review and approve for release all client deliverables to a high quality ensuring all procedures and processes are adhered to
• Ensure clients meet regulatory obligations in respect of fund administration and tax compliance
• Successfully onboard new Funds to required timeframes
• Manage all aspects of teamwork flow ensuring work is appropriately allocated and resourced to meet client deadlines and staff development opportunities
• With support of team manager ensure all team members are motivated, receive adequate training and have development plans in place to achieve career objectives
• Assist with internal projects from time to time
• Escalate issues identified by client, trustee and team to ensure a viable solution can be found.

What's on offer?

• Attractive package - compensation will be commensurate with skills and the role
• Work in a great team environment with excellent work life balance
• On-the-job training and development
• Excellent CBD location at Governor Macquarie Tower, 1 Farrer Place, Sydney NSW 2000

UFS employs people who have a professional aptitude and are determined to develop a successful career. We challenge employees who want to further their skills through ongoing training and education.

We are not currently accepting additional support from external suppliers or recruitment agencies.

Application open Monday 22nd January 2024

Applications close Monday 19th February 2024

Being led by the Event Associate Manager, our Event & Hospitality Assistants support all experience and event requests. This position can expect direct interaction with employees, executives, customers, and partners, and will work closely with the entire hospitality team to deliver best in class experiences that are uniquely memorable at our Partners new global campus located in Circular Quay, Sydney.

In this position it will be critical to own events from beginning to end ensuring all events are “next level” while following logistical procedures, checking that all factors are accounted for, aligning, and collaborating with multiple departments, vendors, contractors, and agencies. In addition, the role is key to operational excellence for the holistic workplace experience driving the “happy to help” spirit across all areas and touch points.

Our partner is the global leader in customer relationship management, empowering companies to connect with their customers in new and innovative ways.

Join us and be part of a diverse and inclusive culture that celebrates success and values creativity and collaboration.

Key accountabilities will include, but not be limited to -

• Strong customer service and executive interaction experience
• Ability to multitask many events and projects at one time  
• Organise logistics, from beginning to end, for customer facing meetings, company-wide events, and IBP programs
• Pre, onsite and post event logistic management to ensure corresponding policies with supporting documents for each event if and when required.
• Co-manage event intake forms, correspondence with IBPs and management of ticketing queue including assigned tickets

Being led by the Event Associate Manager, our Event & Hospitality Assistants support all experience and event requests. This position can expect direct interaction with employees, executives, customers, and partners, and will work closely with the entire hospitality team to deliver best in class experiences that are uniquely memorable at our Partners new global campus located in Circular Quay, Sydney.

In this position it will be critical to own events from beginning to end ensuring all events are “next level” while following logistical procedures, checking that all factors are accounted for, aligning, and collaborating with multiple departments, vendors, contractors, and agencies. In addition, the role is key to operational excellence for the holistic workplace experience driving the “happy to help” spirit across all areas and touch points.

Our partner is the global leader in customer relationship management, empowering companies to connect with their customers in new and innovative ways.

Join us and be part of a diverse and inclusive culture that celebrates success and values creativity and collaboration.

Key accountabilities will include, but not be limited to -

• Strong customer service and executive interaction experience
• Ability to multitask many events and projects at one time  
• Organise logistics, from beginning to end, for customer facing meetings, company-wide events, and IBP programs
• Pre, onsite and post event logistic management to ensure corresponding policies with supporting documents for each event if and when required.
• Co-manage event intake forms, correspondence with IBPs and management of ticketing queue including assigned tickets

Want to kick-start your career? Join our outstanding retail team as a Store Assistant at ALDI! No retail know-how needed. We're looking for people with a positive attitude, a strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn!

Our stores are open every day, including weekends and holidays – there's never a dull moment with plenty of variety. We do supermarkets a bit differently, you’ll get to experience all areas of the store rather than just be in one area, giving you lots of variety.

Store Assistants are the backbone of our retail stores and keep our stores running by:

• Being a customer service superstar and serving customers at the registers with a smile
• Keeping shelves stocked with products so that our customers can find all their favourites
• Being an expert in stock handling by making sure our products are in date and listed at the right price
• Creating eye-catching displays of our ALDI special buys
• Keeping the store tidy, organised and looking great

We are looking for a Professional Support Assistant to join our team in Sydney on a casual basis!

About the role

As a Professional Support Assistant, you will work closely with and support a team of Allied Health professionals. Your responsibilities will include: 

• Managing outgoing mail for the team – scanning, copying, posting etc
• Assisting with data entry and producing data reports
• Assisting with coordinating and arranging meetings and appointments with clients
• Assisting with reception duties when required
• Providing all administration support to the team as required

We are currently seeking an Assistant Teacher for a Kindergarten based in Sydney, NSW, to help develop children's potential starting from the upcoming academic fall semester.

About the school

A leader in early childhood education, affiliated with a renowned Chinese educational group, is advancing in Australia. Offering a mix of early learning centers, summer camps, and teacher training, they merge global educational with Australia's rigorous standards. With experience in managing bilingual Montessori kindergartens and a Childcare Centre in the USA, they focus on development of young minds.

Job responsibilities

• Efficiently set up and organize the classroom each day, creating a secure and welcoming atmosphere
• Work in close partnership with the Lead Teacher to ensure the classroom and campus are orderly, clean, and visually pleasing
• Supervise children’s well-being and daily activities, including care routines, meal times, rest periods, and bedtime preparations
• Aid the Lead Teacher in meeting goals related to student enrollment, school accreditation, and active participation
• Engage in respectful interactions with children and their parents, building strong connections with families, educators, regulatory bodies, local community members, and business affiliates
• Execute the curriculum, customized to address the unique requirements of every child
• Support the Lead Teacher in promoting interactive learning, engagement, and activities suitable for various ages

• Certificate III in Early Childhood Education or equivalent
• A minimum of 1 year of experience in preschool/kindergarten early childhood education
• Experience with Montessori methodology
• Strong communication skills, self-motivation, team orientation, and customer-focused approach
• Proficiency in computer usage

Salary and Benefits

• Competitive salary range of AUD 25 - AUD 30 per hour + Super
• Retirement plans
• Employee discount
• Referral Bonus
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement

Want to kick-start your career? Join our outstanding retail team as a Store Assistant at ALDI! No retail know-how needed. We're looking for people with a positive attitude, a strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn!

Our stores are open every day, including weekends and holidays – there's never a dull moment with plenty of variety. We do supermarkets a bit differently, you’ll get to experience all areas of the store rather than just be in one area, giving you lots of variety.

Store Assistants are the backbone of our retail stores and keep our stores running by:

• Being a customer service superstar and serving customers at the registers with a smile
• Keeping shelves stocked with products so that our customers can find all their favourites
• Being an expert in stock handling by making sure our products are in date and listed at the right price
• Creating eye-catching displays of our ALDI special buys
• Keeping the store tidy, organised and looking great

To be successful in this role you’ll need:

• Fabulous attitude!
• Be able to pivot between roles easily -maybe you are happy to work in laundry/catering as well
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Updated knowledge on HSW guidelines and HACCP requirements
• A genuine passion for providing high quality care to the elderly
• COVID vaccinated
• NDIS check or willing to obtain 

• Newly created position in an exciting ASX listed, Australian-founded techonolgy company  
• Work at our HQ in Darlinghurst, providing far-reaching support in a highly engaged, welcoming and ambitious executive team. 
• Ample opportunity to collaborate widely, work on a diverse range of projects and tasks, identify areas of improvement and contribute greatly to a growing business. 

About the Opportunity 

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Executive Assistant to provide hands on support to the CEO and COO and overarching support to the Executive Leadership Team on a daily basis. This role will be instrumental in ensuring our leadership team are accountable, focused and organised throughout the year. 

We take pride in being a global team and business, with team members situated around the world.  As a Senior Executive Assistant, your ability to connect colleagues, convey information and widely support a geographically diverse team will be essential. Given the requirement to work and collaborate across multiple time zones, there may be the need for this role to work outside of ordinary business hours from time to time. 

You will be given responsibilities in upcoming exciting and new projects and will also have the opportunity to lead the transition into a brand-new office space. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Manage CEO/COO schedule and agenda, identifying priorities and deadlines and finding solutions to maximise efficiency and time. 
• CEO/COO diary and inbox management, including ad hoc errands as required 
• Set up meeting rooms, arranging for technology, equipment and catering to be provided. 
• Minute taking for domestic and global meetings, preparing action items, and distributing materials to meeting attendees 
• Assist in the preparation and circulation of agendas, presentations and papers for Board and Committee member meetings 
• International and domestic travel and itinerary planning for CEO/COO and Executives 
• Organise and coordinate company and social events, including venue, and catering 

• Be the point of contact for and liaise with building management to coordinate office and building related facilities  
• Build strong rapport with internal and external stakeholders 
• Manage company vehicle bookings, tracking employee use and maintenance requirements 
• Preparation of corporate documentation such as memos, letters and invoices 
• Coordinate with Marketing Partner to support communications across company social media accounts 
• Assist with administrative tasks associated with the onboarding and offboarding of employees 
• Create and maintain company distribution lists and update as workforce changes 
• Office supplies ordering and general office management/coordination responsibilities as and when needed (up to and including light tiding duties of meeting rooms and shared spaces). 

Who are you? 

• Extensive prior experience in similar position and work environment.  
• Comfortable supporting a broad range of internal and external stakeholders in a growing business that is subject to continuous change, transformation and evolution. 
• Ability to effectively and efficiently multitask, prioritise and meet deadlines. 
• Excellent time management skills. 
• Well-developed organisational skills that can assist in coordinating wider teams and encourage collaboration. 
• First class attention to detail. 
• Fantastic interpersonal skill sets and the ability to form relationships, gain trust and maintain transparent communication. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
• Professional discretion and confidentiality. 
• Self-motivated and agile, comfortable working in a fast-paced environment 

• Enthusiastic & forward thinking. 

How to Apply 

If you are looking for the opportunity to evolve your career with a successful global business, we encourage you to apply now. Please submit your application via the link provided. Please attach your resume in your application. 

• Assist the Front Office Manager to operate a highly proficient and productive Front Office and communications department of the hotel. 
• Oversee Duty Manager/Supervisors/Team leaders and Guest Service Agents duties and responsibilities in the absence of the Front Office Manager to maximize productivity levels.
• Effective supervision of all guest arrivals and departures ensuring that room allocations and check in/check out processes follow set procedures and are customer focused and tailored to each guest’s needs. 
• Full utilisation of the PMS and other systems ensuring accuracy in use and a range of accurate reports to meet operational needs are produced. 
• Undertake strategies in conjunction with the Front Office Manager to improve employee engagement leading to an increased employee engagement score and satisfaction.
• Plan and assist with recruitment, performance management and training of Front Office ambassadors.
• Maintain the security of monetary floats and ensuring cash handling procedures are strictly adhered to. 
• Liaise with Housekeeping and Engineering to ensure room standards are maintained while meeting guest expectations. 
• Adherence to Emergency Communication procedures ensuring that enquiries from the media are only responded to by the nominated spokesperson. 
• Strive to implement the Accor Vision and demonstrate active use of Accor Values.  

Benefits, Rewards, Motivations

• Industry benefits worldwide on accommodation, dining and lifestyle services.
• Access to daily discounted coffee and Ambassador dinning menu. 
• A unique training platform to enhance your skills and knowledge. 

Being led by the Event Associate Manager, our Event & Hospitality Assistants support all experience and event requests. This position can expect direct interaction with employees, executives, customers, and partners, and will work closely with the entire hospitality team to deliver best in class experiences that are uniquely memorable at our Partners new global campus located in Circular Quay, Sydney.

In this position it will be critical to own events from beginning to end ensuring all events are “next level” while following logistical procedures, checking that all factors are accounted for, aligning, and collaborating with multiple departments, vendors, contractors, and agencies. In addition, the role is key to operational excellence for the holistic workplace experience driving the “happy to help” spirit across all areas and touch points.

Our partner is the global leader in customer relationship management, empowering companies to connect with their customers in new and innovative ways.

Join us and be part of a diverse and inclusive culture that celebrates success and values creativity and collaboration.

Key accountabilities will include, but not be limited to -

• Strong customer service and executive interaction experience
• Ability to multitask many events and projects at one time  
• Organise logistics, from beginning to end, for customer facing meetings, company-wide events, and IBP programs
• Pre, onsite and post event logistic management to ensure corresponding policies with supporting documents for each event if and when required.
• Co-manage event intake forms, correspondence with IBPs and management of ticketing queue including assigned tickets

Being led by the Event Associate Manager, our Event & Hospitality Assistants support all experience and event requests. This position can expect direct interaction with employees, executives, customers, and partners, and will work closely with the entire hospitality team to deliver best in class experiences that are uniquely memorable at our Partners new global campus located in Circular Quay, Sydney.

In this position it will be critical to own events from beginning to end ensuring all events are “next level” while following logistical procedures, checking that all factors are accounted for, aligning, and collaborating with multiple departments, vendors, contractors, and agencies. In addition, the role is key to operational excellence for the holistic workplace experience driving the “happy to help” spirit across all areas and touch points.

Our partner is the global leader in customer relationship management, empowering companies to connect with their customers in new and innovative ways.

Join us and be part of a diverse and inclusive culture that celebrates success and values creativity and collaboration.

Key accountabilities will include, but not be limited to -

• Strong customer service and executive interaction experience
• Ability to multitask many events and projects at one time  
• Organise logistics, from beginning to end, for customer facing meetings, company-wide events, and IBP programs
• Pre, onsite and post event logistic management to ensure corresponding policies with supporting documents for each event if and when required.
• Co-manage event intake forms, correspondence with IBPs and management of ticketing queue including assigned tickets

The Opportunity

This is your opportunity to bring your amazing skills and experience, to be part of delivering Financial Advice services to our customers.

An Advice Assistant listens and understands the kind of financial advice customers are seeking, and matches them with the most appropriate Financial Planner.

To do this successfully you will:

• Provide excellent customer engagement through contacting prospective customers, leading the referral process and assisting with customer queries over the phone
• Collaborate with different parts of the business to support business initiatives
• Work across teams to deliver consistent processes and support the delivery of targets / SLAs
• Build your knowledge of the Advice industry, legislative changes and attend professional development and compliance training sessions
• Be curious and interested to continuously grow your knowledge and learning
• Work autonomously at times as well as collaboratively
• Have the ability to work a flexible schedule with altering start/finish times

Successful applications will demonstrate:

• Previous experience working in a call centre / client facing role
• Experience within the insurance or financial services industries is highly desireable
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal
• Well developed rapport building and customer engagement skills
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Well developed skills in MS Office Suite including Excel, Word, Powerpoint and Teams

Why choose AIA:

At AIA, we’ve made a promise to help people live healthier, longer, better lives. And it starts with our own people.

• Access our training and development to build on your current skills

• Career development through internal mobility opportunities

• Work for a business helping millions of Australians and make a difference to someone’s life every day

• Access additional leave days a year to recharge and refresh yourself

• Enjoy wonderful Health and Wellbeing initiatives that support you

• Work with supportive and inclusive managers

• Flexible working arrangements

At AIA, we support each other to enjoy happier, healthier lives. To rest and enjoy time with our family and friends, our offices will be closed over the festive period.

Applications received after Friday, 22 December 2023 will be reviewed upon our return in the week commencing Monday, 8 January 2024. We aim to be in contact soon after this date to provide you with an update, and we appreciate your patience during this time.

We wish you a wonderful festive season.

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