Executive Assistant to Chief Product & Delivery Officer (12‑month contract)

About the role

Fortescue is seeking an Executive Assistant to provide confidential administrative support to the Chief Product & Delivery Officer on a 12‑month fixed‑term contract. You will act as a trusted partner, managing complex schedules and facilitating seamless communication across the organisation.

Key responsibilities

• Manage and organise multiple calendars across time zones, prioritising competing commitments.
• Coordinate appointments, travel, hospitality and catering, including detailed international itineraries.
• Support key programmes by tracking deadlines, preparing reports and presentations.
• Organise and prepare for meetings, handling documentation and logistics.
• Prioritise and respond to emails where appropriate.
• Develop collaborative relationships with executives, peers and external partners.
• Implement efficient processes for information delivery and stakeholder communication.

Required profile

• Extensive administrative experience supporting senior executives.
• Ability to work independently under pressure with high attention to detail.
• Proactive, resourceful and capable of multitasking to tight deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills and discretion with confidential information.
• Willingness to travel and work outside core office hours when needed.

Required skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint.
• Strong competence with internet and related productivity tools.

What we offer

• Bonus scheme.
• Aviva pension and group life assurance.
• Group income protection.
• Electric car scheme.
• Health cash plan and private medical insurance.
• 26 days holiday plus public holidays, with the option to purchase 5 additional days.
• Childcare benefits.
• Free on‑site gym access and discounts.