BDO Australia (Bdoau) is looking for an Executive Assistant to provide critical support to the General Counsel, Head of Legal. Reporting directly to the General Counsel, you will enable the legal office to operate efficiently and maintain focus on strategic priorities. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a trusted support position within a dynamic, open, and collaborative culture.
What You'll Do
- Provide executive support and comprehensive diary management.
- Lead meeting preparation and manage associated documentation.
- Handle stakeholder communications and relationship management.
- Monitor workflow and track actions to completion.
- Coordinate events, travel, and logistics.
- Provide administrative and financial support.
- Maintain strict confidentiality and manage sensitive information.
- Act as the Lawvu Coordinator.
- Enable the team and provide strategic support.
- Manage vendors and external counsel relationships.
What We're Looking For
- Previous experience in a Personal Assistant, Executive Assistant, or senior administrative support role within legal operations, business operations, or professional services management.
- Advanced proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Demonstrated ability to improve processes, implement systems, and manage change.
- Excellent organisational, analytical, and project management skills.
- Proven ability to build relationships across diverse business units.
- Strong prioritisation skills with adaptability to changing priorities.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, capable of drafting clear, professional correspondence and engaging confidently with stakeholders at all levels.
- A high level of professionalism, reliability, and confidence in handling confidential information.
- A proactive, solutions-focused mindset, with initiative to anticipate needs and contribute to continuous improvement.
- Strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in documentation, scheduling, and administration.
- A collaborative and approachable nature, with the ability to build strong working relationships and contribute positively to team culture.
Technical Stack
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Lawvu
Team & Environment
You will report directly to the General Counsel, Head of Legal. BDO Australia fosters an open and collaborative culture with core values of One, Bold, Human, Heart, and Strive. The company is recognised as an Inclusive Employer for 2025-2026 by the Diversity Council of Australia and as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA).
Benefits & Compensation
- Health and wellbeing benefits via the BWell program, including fitness challenges, corporate health insurance discounts, and gym memberships.
- Travel perks, retail discounts, and employee referral rewards.
- Study and professional development support.
- Enhanced family support, cultural and religious leave, and options to purchase additional leave.
- Community initiatives via the BCaring program.
- On-the-job training and formal development programs.
Work Mode
This is an onsite role located in Brisbane, Melbourne, or Sydney.
BDO is committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment practices.
