Executive Assistant - CEO Trade

A little about us

We’re a Member-owned organisation with over 30,000 automotive and allied repair Members across Australia and New Zealand, ranging from national franchises to your local family workshop.

Since 1974 we’ve been supporting our Members with the solutions that really matter, centred around our flagship Trade Account which gives our Members access to instant credit with over 2,000 Preferred Suppliers, simplified monthly expenses, and a generous rewards program as the cherry on top.

Beyond that, our Members can also access a wide range of exclusive products each designed to support our Members to thrive. Whether they need equipment finance to grow their business, insurance products to protect what matters most, or an award-winning travel agency to book their next getaway, Capricorn can help.

Role Purpose

Responsible for understanding the responsibilities, needs and priorities of the executive to support the development and delivery of strategic initiatives. The key being to create the time and space needed for the executive to focus on the most critical demands. This service-oriented position operates within a very busy environment where excellent organisational skills and a high degree of responsiveness and forward-thinking are critical to meet departmental demands in a timely manner. This position also requires the incumbent to have superior communication skills as they will be required to work with stakeholders from all levels within the organisation.

Skills, Knowledge and Attributes

• A sound understanding of executive support practices.

• Strong interpretation skills in the development of presentations (essential).

• Ability to use appropriate office software systems to maximum efficiency and effectiveness.

• Advanced ability in the use of MS Office products (including Outlook, Teams & Powerpoint) (essential).

Experience

• Experience in meeting business demands, deadlines, and timeframes as they arise.

• Ability to connect the dots and create alignment between different parties.

• Strong collaboration skills.

• Sound analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Strong planning and organisation skills.

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, and can converse at all levels within the organisation.

• Proactively shares information where appropriate and promotes effective teamwork principles. High level of service orientation.

• A strong attention to detail.

• Ability to show initiative and work with minimum supervision.

• Experience in Financial services and/or Corporate Development team (Desired)

Qualifications

• Degree qualified (preferred but not essential)

• Diploma in Business Studies (preferred but not essential)

A little on life at Capricorn

Our community at Capricorn always comes first, and a big part of that community is our team. We genuinely believe that investment in our people is the key to everything that we do.

Joining our community is about more than just a job, so here’s what’s in it for you:

• Work flexibility – We’re all unique, and so are the ways in which we work. Whether it’s flexible hours or WFH arrangements, we’ll work with you to find the best way for us to work together.

• Development Opportunities – your success is ours too. We provide opportunities training and development that give you the tools you need to grow.

• Paid parental leave – during life’s most important times, we support both parents’ leave and their transition back to work.

• Get social – our social calendar is full up with a range of different virtual and face-to-face events to keep us connected.

• A place you want to be – from the sweeping city views, coffee on tap and the general buzz of our team, Capricorn is a place you want to be.

• A cherry on top – we’ve got a heap of benefits that our team actually use, including a fantastic reward and recognition program, wellness program, additional leave purchase and so much more!

Sound like you’d be a good fit?

If you are ready to become part of a growing community and make a real impact, get in touch today.

For further information, support with your application and detail on Capricorn, please visit our website at capricorn.coop/careers