Personal Assistant

About the role

ASB focuses on delivering meaningful outcomes for customers, communities, and colleagues. Within the Risk division, the work supports informed, future-oriented decisions across the organisation.

This opportunity is for an experienced Personal Assistant to partner with two General Managers covering Enterprise & Operational Risk, Technology Risk, and Programme Oversight. It is a high-responsibility position in which you will act as a trusted support to senior leaders.

What you will do

• Keep complex calendars, email inboxes, and daily priorities organised and on track.
• Serve as a central contact point for both internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Arrange travel, meeting logistics, and other coordination needs.
• Create presentations, written materials, and supporting documents.
• Assist with team engagement initiatives and events.
• Record meeting notes and monitor follow-up actions.
• Spot potential issues early and put forward practical solutions.

You will need to work independently, exercise judgement within agreed boundaries, and balance multiple demands in a busy environment.

What we're looking for

• Previous experience as a senior Personal Assistant or in executive support.
• Excellent planning, organisation, and time management abilities.
• Strong communication skills, both written and spoken.
• Careful attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Confidence in dealing with people at all levels of seniority.
• Strong capability with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• The ability to prioritise well and work without close supervision.
• Good judgement and discretion when handling confidential information.

What you can expect

• A trusted role supporting senior leadership.
• Broad exposure to an important Risk function.
• A collaborative team culture with strong support.
• Flexible working arrangements and a wellbeing-oriented environment.

ASB values

ASB’s values shape how the organisation works with customers, communities, and one another, and help guide its future direction.

• Kia Manaaki | Care: supporting people, customers, and communities to realise their potential.
• Kia Māia | Courage: doing the right thing even when it is difficult.
• Kia Mahira | Curiosity: improving decisions through thoughtful judgement before acting.

How to apply

Applicants who are strong, proactive Personal Assistants and enjoy staying ahead in a fast-moving environment are invited to apply through the organisation’s online recruitment process. Applications will be handled confidentially.