Executive Assistant to Partners in Melbourne

For more than 20 years, KordaMentha has supported businesses through some of their most complex matters and opportunities. Founder owned and led; we are an advisory firm that helps corporations, financiers, lawyers, private investors and government clients to grow, protect and recover value. Proudly independent, strategically local, and with a bias for action to get things done, we focus on doing what is right by our clients, our people, and the wider community.

As an Executive Assistant at KordaMentha, you will provide proactive and high-quality support to four Partners as well as a wider service line. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Providing proactive, end-to-end executive support to senior leaders.
• Managing complex and frequently changing diaries, meeting requests and scheduling conflicts.
• Coordinating meetings involving senior internal and external stakeholders.
• Preparing agendas, presentations, reports, correspondence and other professional business materials.
• Arranging domestic and international travel, including flights, accommodation, transport and itineraries.
• Preparing and processing expenses accurately and within required timeframes.
• Monitoring correspondence, requests and outstanding actions to help keep priorities on track.
• Coordinating client functions, networking opportunities, team events and other business activities.
• Managing event logistics, including invitations, guest lists, venues, catering, technology and supporting materials.
• Maintaining accurate team resources, shared information and administrative records.
• Identifying practical opportunities to improve administrative processes and team workflows.

You are an organised, dependable and proactive professional who takes ownership of your work and follows activities through to completion. You exercise sound judgement, communicate confidently and understand the importance of discretion when supporting senior stakeholders.

You will bring:

• Previous experience in an Executive Assistant, senior administration or comparable business support role.
• Experience supporting Partners, executives or multiple senior stakeholders.
• Previous experience within professional services or a corporate environment.
• Strong diary, meeting and travel coordination capability.
• Demonstrated event management experience, including coordinating guest lists, suppliers and event logistics.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work.
• Advanced proficiency in Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
• Confidence using business systems such as CRM platforms, SharePoint and virtual meeting tools.
• The ability to manage sensitive and confidential information professionally.
• A proactive and adaptable approach to changing priorities.
• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills.
• The ability to work autonomously while contributing positively to a collaborative team.

Join KordaMentha — Build your future, shape ours. We don’t just hire talent; we invest in it - with support that accelerates your success in every way.

Why Join Us?

• Professional Development: Expert mentorship, tailored training via KordaMentha Business School, study support, and our Accelerate program for Analysts to Associate Directors.
• Flexibility: We champion work/life integration with options that fit your lifestyle.
• Career Growth: Merit-based promotions, secondments, and opportunities to work alongside senior leaders on impactful projects.
• Leave That Works for You: Buy extra leave and access volunteer, parental leave and career break options.
• Culture & Connection: Social events, cultural celebrations, be part of our diversity and inclusion program.
• Family Support: Flexible parental leave, return-to-work support.
• Health & Wellbeing: Inclusive wellness initiatives and confidential and industry leading EAP for you and your family.

This isn’t just a job – it’s a place where your ambitions are nurtured, your wellbeing is valued, and your contributions celebrated.

Ready to shape your future with us? How to Apply: Please submit a CV and cover letter that outlines your interest, capability and experience via the online portal.