Personal Assistant
Ōtepoti/Dunedin, NZ
Internal Services – Office Administration /
Permanent Full-Time /
On-site
Tōia mai te waka! - Haul the canoe!
Ki te urunga te waka! - To the entrance place!
Ki te moenga te waka! - To the resting place!
Ki te takotoranga i takoto ai te waka! - To the place where it will lie!
Join us. But be you. At Deloitte, you’ll do more than just join something, you’ll add something. You’ve found a place that values your curiosity, passion, and desire to work alongside brilliant people on the things that really matter. There really is only one question: What impact do YOU want to make?
All applications must be submitted via the online portal to be considered for the role. Please note you must hold the rights to work in New Zealand.
· Enjoy working in a high-profile role supporting senior stakeholders and teams
· Mentoring and development programs – receive support and coaching to progress your career
· Work in a supportive and inclusive organisation
Are you looking for the next step in your career? If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy being a critical force in the smooth running of a team, then read on.
We’re seeking an experienced Personal Assistant to join our Tax and Business Advisory practice in Ōtepoti/Dunedin. This is your chance to join a market leading professional services firm and develop your skills with an innovative, high-performing organisation that is committed to its people.
Your typical day will include:
· Supporting five business leaders and the wider team in our Tax and Business Advisory practice, you’ll easily adapt and build strong working relationships with them and the wider team
· Document Finalisation: review, prepare and proficiently format letters, reports and other documents
· Query Management: deal proactively with incoming correspondence/inquiries and respond as appropriate
· System Maintenance: updating and maintaining key business applications including CRM, time management and billing systems
· Event Management: plan and manage both internal and external events for social club and marketing initiatives. This involves helping business leaders organise invitations, catering, venue, and speakers/entertainment as appropriate
· Role modelling: Playing an active role in promoting and developing office culture, including helping to drive initiatives and assist with managing communication
· Office Relations: Working with the other team members across the business and service delivery areas to coordinate activities and ensure the office is running smoothly
Enough about us, let’s talk about you. You are someone with:
· Previous experience in a Personal Assistant or similar role
· Confident and client focused with the ability to build trust and communicate at all levels
· The desire to continually learn and be challenged is important in this role as is exceptional attention to detail and the creative use of initiative in forward planning
· Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, higher proficiency in Word, and PowerPoint would be advantageous
· Professional approach and ability to communicate effectively with different stakeholder types and levels
· Strong organisational skills, regularly acting on own initiative and managing multiple priorities/activities, as well as proactively problem solving
· The ability to exercise confidentiality, discretion and personal sensitivity in all aspects of the role
· Strong networking skills and the capability to build relationships both internally and externally
· Experience working within a professional services/large corporate environment would be advantageous
We are driven to create an impact that matters at every opportunity. Supported by a strong leadership team and member firms from over 150 countries across the globe, Deloitte Aotearoa is in the business of solving complex problems.
Over our 175-year history, we have built a reputation for impactful delivery across audit and assurance, consulting, financial advisory, risk advisory, tax, and technology services. Deloitte Aotearoa recognises the uniqueness of our country identified in our founding document, Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We uphold our responsibility(s) to the founding document and acknowledge Māori as the Tangata Whenua/Indigenous people.
Our workplace and culture
We are driven by our desire to create positive outcomes for our clients, communities, and people. Our purpose is to make an impact that matters. Everything we do is with intent - the intent to make a meaningful difference. Our shared values are at the heart of everything we do. Living these values, including ‘taking care of each other’ and ‘fostering inclusion’, is essential to ensuring everyone feels included at work and able to reach their full potential. For us to succeed and thrive as an organisation, we understand the importance of creating a culture where diverse perspectives matter and where everyone is given an equal opportunity to grow and develop.
Deloitte Aotearoa rewards
We hold a simple belief – that our people’s hard work should be recognised and rewarded beyond their remuneration. Founded on concepts of trust, balance, wellbeing and the importance of personal connection, this is the Deloitte experience.
We offer:
· A competitive salary
· Subsidised health insurance
· Income protection insurance
· 22 days annual leave
· Social events, social sports teams, and monthly firm drinks
· A focus on wellness and well-being
· Community focused volunteer days
· A focus on the environment and sustainability
· Plus much more
Does this sound like the sort of role and organisation for you? Then apply now! We’d love to hear from you.
Mauri ora ki a koe
