Straight from employers' career sites

Executive assistant jobs in New Zealand.

25 open roles, 7 posted this week, most paying $87k to $101k a year. Apply directly with the employer, and tailor your CV to each one.

  • Administration3 days ago

    Senior Executive Assistant

    New Zealand Defence Force · 5001+ employees

    A government agency responsible for New Zealand's defence and military capabilities.

    Wellington
    $78.8k-$87.5k a yearOnsiteFull timeMid level

    Managing diaries · Coordinating meetings · Monitoring actions

    Proven Executive Assistant experience supporting senior leaders; advanced Microsoft Office proficiency; strong organizational and communication skills; must meet NZDF security clearance citizenship and residency criteria.

    Retirement savings
  • Administration4 days ago

    Executive Assistant - Group Director of Operations

    Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Lakes · 5001+ employees

    A government intelligence agency dedicated to protecting New Zealand and its people from security threats.

    Tauranga, Bay of Plenty
    OnsiteFull timeMid level

    Managing diaries · Preparing documentation · Coordinating meetings

    Proven experience as an Executive Assistant or similar senior administrative role, ideally in a large or government organization; experience supporting a senior executive; strong Microsoft Office proficiency; excellent communication and organizational skills.

  • Administration4 days ago

    Executive Assistant

    Morrison · 201-1000 employees

    A diversified infrastructure investor with investments across digital infrastructure, renewable energy, healthcare, and airports.

    Wellington
    Full timeSenior

    Managing executive calendars · Coordinating executive travel · Preparing reports and presentations

    Extensive experience supporting Executive Directors, C-suite leaders, Board members, or senior leadership teams in a corporate environment.

    Parental leave
  • Administration3 days ago

    Office Manager/Executive Assistant

    Gentrack · 201-1000 employees

    A publicly listed software company providing innovative cleantech solutions to leading utilities worldwide.

    Auckland
    HybridFull timeMid level

    Managing office operations · Coordinating events · Supporting executives

    Proven background in office management, facilities, secretarial or property management; strong organizational and time management skills; confident Microsoft suite skills; experience in facilities management, budgeting, procurement, and negotiation.

  • Administration4 days ago

    Executive Assistant - Ultimate Hikes Queenstown

    Ultimate Hikes · 1001-5000 employees

    Exclusive operator of multi-day guided walks on New Zealand's Milford and Routeburn Tracks, combining outdoor experiences with lodge comfort.

    Queenstown, Otago
    OnsitePart timeEntry level

    Providing executive support · Managing correspondence · Coordinating travel and expenses

    Previous executive assistant, personal assistant, or senior administration experience; excellent written and verbal communication; strong organization and time management; attention to detail; proficiency with Microsoft Office and digital document management systems.

  • Administration5 days ago

    Executive Assistant

    Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children · 5001+ employees

    A government intelligence agency dedicated to protecting New Zealand and its people from security threats.

    Kaitaia, Northland
    Full timeSenior

    Managing complex diaries · Coordinating meetings and events · Arranging travel itineraries

    Proven executive support experience; experience coordinating meetings, events, travel and administrative processes; excellent verbal and written communication skills; understanding of tikanga Māori and Pacific peoples’ culture; internal applicants only

  • Administration6 days ago

    Executive Assistant – Part Time

    Farmland Foods Ltd. · 51-200 employees

    A family-owned New Zealand smallgoods producer with a strong reputation for quality since 1964.

    Whanganui, Manawatū-Whanganui
    OnsitePart timeMid level

    Providing administrative support · Managing priorities · Assisting with financial administration

    Experience in executive assistant, senior administration, accounts or similar business support role; excellent Excel skills; strong numerical ability; confidence using AI tools; eligibility to work in New Zealand.

  • Administration9 days ago
    Auckland
    Full time

    Managing executive calendars · Coordinating meetings and events · Preparing executive documents

    Proven experience as an Executive Assistant; proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

  • Administration12 days ago

    Executive Assistant to the Deputy Chief Executive, Kaupapa Māori (Part-time - 32 hours per week)

    Te Papa · 201-1000 employees

    The national museum of New Zealand, connecting people with stories, taonga, ideas, and experiences.

    Wellington
    $62.2k-$81k a yearOnsitePart timeMid level

    Managing diaries · Coordinating events · Preparing reports

    Experience providing executive support in a complex environment, strong knowledge of tikanga Māori and intermediate te reo Māori, advanced administrative skills, Microsoft 365 proficiency, and legal right to work in New Zealand.

  • Administration12 days ago
    Auckland
    Full timeEntry level

    Supporting senior executives · Coordinating initiatives and projects · Providing administrative support

    2+ yrsMinimum 2 years' administration, personal assistant or executive assistant experience; relevant qualification in business administration, management or related/transferable discipline; proficiency in Microsoft 365; legally entitled to work in NZ

  • Administration16 days ago
    Whanganui, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Full timeSenior

    Managing a busy diary · Coordinating meetings and logistics · Tracking actions and follow-ups

    5+ yrsAt least five years’ experience supporting a senior executive

  • Administration16 days ago

    Executive Assistant

    Transpower New Zealand

    Wellington
    Full time

    Managing executive diaries · Coordinating meetings and travel · Preparing executive papers

    Experience supporting senior leaders as an Executive Assistant, Team Coordinator, Personal Assistant or similar; full New Zealand work rights

  • Administration17 days ago
    Wellington
    Full timeMid level

    Providing operational advice · Delivering administrative support · Providing secretarial support

    Experience working closely with senior leaders

    Generous leave
  • Administration18 days ago

    Executive Assistant (EA) / Buyer (until Aug 2027)

    Contact Energy Ltd · 1001-5000 employees

    A New Zealand renewable energy company operating geothermal power plants to generate clean electricity.

    Wellington
    Full time

    Raising purchase requisitions · Processing invoices · Managing executive diaries

    5+ yrsSenior executive assistant experience in a corporate or commercial environment

    Parental leaveRetirement savings
  • Administration18 days ago

    Executive Assistant to Mayor and CE

    South Taranaki District Council

    Hawera, Taranaki
    Full timeSenior

    Managing executive correspondence · Researching incoming issues · Coordinating civic functions

    Diploma in Business Administration or relevant field; significant experience as an Executive Assistant to a CE or other top-level executive; legally entitled to work in New Zealand

    Generous leave
  • Administration23 days ago

    Executive Assistant

    Ministry of Health New Zealand

    Wellington
    Full time

    Managing diaries and inboxes · Preparing meeting materials · Preparing reports and correspondence

  • Administration24 days ago

    Executive Assistant

    Ministry of Health New Zealand

    Wellington
    Full time

    Managing diaries and inboxes · Preparing reports and correspondence · Improving administrative processes

    Advanced Microsoft Office skills

    Generous leave
  • Administration24 days ago

    Executive Assistant

    Massey University - Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa

    Wellington
    $71.3k-$101.3k a yearFull timeSenior

    Providing executive support · Managing complex diaries · Preparing executive documents

    knowledge of working in a complex organisational structure; experience with operational software systems including SharePoint and Teams

  • Administration24 days ago

    Executive Assistant

    Massey University - Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa

    Auckland
    $71.3k-$101.3k a yearFull timeSenior

    Providing executive support · Managing complex diaries · Preparing executive documents

    Knowledge of working in a complex organisational structure; experience working with operational software systems

  • Administration24 days ago
    Auckland
    Full time

    Ensuring regulatory compliance · Maintaining statutory registers · Administering board meetings

    Proven experience supporting senior executives and/or Boards; knowledge of corporate governance and exposure to Boards and Board Committees

    Generous leave
  • Administration24 days ago

    Executive Assistant

    Massey University - Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    $71.3k-$101.3k a yearFull timeSenior

    Providing executive support · Managing complex diaries · Preparing executive documents

    Experience working with operational software systems including SharePoint and Teams; good knowledge of working in a complex organisational structure

  • Administration26 days ago

    Executive Assistant

    Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children · 5001+ employees

    A government intelligence agency dedicated to protecting New Zealand and its people from security threats.

    Paraparaumu, Wellington
    Contract

    Managing leader calendars · Coordinating leadership meetings · Arranging travel and logistics

    Experience as an Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant, or in senior administration; experience supporting multiple leaders in a complex organisation; based in Wellington or willing to relocate to Wellington

  • Administration27 days ago
    Auckland
    Full time

    Managing executive schedules · Drafting school communications · Recording meeting minutes

    Senior EA/PA experience; advanced proficiency in Google Workspace and Slack

  • Administration30 days ago

    Executive Assistant to CEO

    Kirk Roberts Consulting

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Managing executive schedules · Coordinating governance meetings · Preparing reports and communications

    Proven experience supporting a CEO, senior executive or leadership team, or comparable experience involving complex coordination and stakeholder management

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About executive assistant jobs in New Zealand

There are 25 roles open for executive assistant jobs in New Zealand on the SmartCVs job board, 7 of them posted in the last week, all from employers' own career sites.

Of these, 21 full time, 3 part time and 1 hybrid or remote.

Where the ad shows a salary, most pay $87k to $101k a year.

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How many executive assistant jobs in New Zealand are there right now?

There are 25 roles open for executive assistant jobs in New Zealand on the SmartCVs job board, 7 of them posted in the last week, all from employers' own career sites.

How much do executive assistant jobs in New Zealand pay?

Where the ad shows a salary, most executive assistant jobs in New Zealand pay $87k to $101k a year. Not every ad shows one, so check each job, and use the Salary filter to see only the ones that do.

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