Executive & Personal Assistants

Overview

Tribe works with a wide range of clients seeking polished Executive Assistants and Personal Assistants who can stay composed under pressure, anticipate what’s needed next, and keep day-to-day operations running smoothly.

This is a talent pool style opportunity for professionals who are open to temporary, fixed-term, or permanent roles across different industries and work environments. If you enjoy supporting senior leaders, work well in fast-moving settings, and take pride in getting the details right, this could be a strong fit.

What the role involves

• Providing dedicated support to senior leaders by managing complex calendars, inboxes, and shifting priorities with accuracy.
• Arranging travel within New Zealand and overseas, including itineraries and logistics.
• Drafting polished proposals, reports, and presentations with careful attention to detail.
• Supporting executive and board meetings through scheduling, agenda preparation, document collation, and minute-taking.
• Helping coordinate events, internal initiatives, and stakeholder communications.
• Offering practical support to the wider team and staying one step ahead of emerging needs.

What the client is looking for

• Previous experience in a high-performing Executive Assistant or Personal Assistant position.
• A practical, proactive approach and the flexibility to handle both strategic coordination and hands-on tasks.
• Strong planning and organisational ability, with a high level of accuracy.
• Emotional maturity and the ability to read situations and predict needs early.
• Confidence in managing multiple priorities and adapting quickly when plans change.
• Good judgement, discretion, and resourcefulness in busy environments.

What’s on offer

• The chance to work with some of New Zealand’s best-known brands and respected organisations.
• Experience in lively, high-performing workplaces where your contribution matters.
• A choice of temporary, fixed-term, and permanent opportunities to suit different goals and lifestyles.
• Roles that may include flexibility, supportive managers, and competitive benefits.
• Opportunities to broaden your experience, build your professional network, and take on new challenges.

Additional information

Applications are being reviewed directly through this listing, and suitable candidates will be contacted as they progress. For questions, Roam can be reached on 027 252 8311 for a confidential discussion.

Applicants must be a New Zealand citizen, a New Zealand resident, or already hold the legal right to work in New Zealand with a valid visa.

References will be requested later in the process, so they should not be included on the CV at application stage.

Tribe is a specialist recruitment group focused on connecting people and opportunities across different sectors.