Executive Assistant I Government Property Office

OverviewDiscover a career with purpose at MBIE.Provide high calibre support to the General Manager and Leadership Team of the Government Property Office, within the Regional Development & Commercial Services Group at MBIEChallenging and satisfying rolePermanent, full-time position based in our central Wellington offices.Salary Range $72,869 to $81,848 plus KiwiSaver and Wellbeing benefitsAbout the RoleWe have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Executive Assistant to the General Manager and Leadership Team of the Government Property Office.Working in a dynamic and changing environment, you will be responsible for diary management, recruitment support, meeting secretariat, monitoring communication, preparing documents, arranging travel, supporting budgeting and approval processes and other executive support duties all while working collaboratively with a wider support team.

This is an important role so your ability to think on your feet, be agile and proactive and add value to the work of the Government Property Office team will be critical.A strong focus on continuous improvement is important as well as the ability to build a strong understanding of the Government Property Office.

This is a newly established group so if creating new processes in the office of the GM interests you then this is the role for you.

You will maintain effective internal and external relationships, deal with high level, urgent issues and work effectively with the teams as needed.Skills and Experience RequiredA proactive, can-do attitude with a high level of initiative, sound judgement and discretionWide ranging knowledge of administration systems and processesSignificant experience and proficiency covering Microsoft Office suite of applicationsThe ability to organise and prioritise workloads and tasks effectively, to ensure high quality results within deadlinesThe ability to quickly establish and build strong working relationships and to develop trust and credibility with senior managers, staff and key internal and external stakeholdersExceptional teamwork and collaborative abilities and a willingness to share knowledge and expertise with othersHighly developed communication and writing skillsPrevious experience working in the public sector is a strong advantageMust have legal right to live and work in NZAbout MBIEMBIE"s goal is to create a resilient and high-performing economy that delivers real and ongoing quality of life for all New Zealanders.We do this by working with others to create an environment that supports businesses to be more productive and internationally competitive, enables all New Zealanders to participate in the economy through improved job opportunities and by working to ensure quality housing is more affordable.People are at the heart of our mahi, our way of working is guided by our values which shape our behaviours.Mahi Tahi – Better TogetherMaia– Bold and bravePae Kahurangi – Build our FuturePono Me Te Tika – Own ItOur aspirations are echoed in our Maori identity – Hikina Whakatutuki – which broadly means 'lifting to make successful'.

MBIE recognises the partnership founded under TeTiritio Waitangi between Maori and the Crown and is committed to giving effect to TeTiritio Waitangi.

We will do this through enduring, meaningful and effective partnerships with iwi, Maori, other Maori groups / organisations and the Crown, as this is critical to enable economic and social development, both for Maori and for wider Aotearoa New Zealand.

We are committed to continuing to partner with iwi in order to find new sustainable solutions to address long standing systemic and cross-cutting issues facing Maori and wider Aotearoa New Zealand and we are also committed to identifying opportunities for iwi to lead and creating an enabling environment for iwi to leverage these opportunities.How to ApplyAll applications must be submitted via our online process and include a cover letter and CV detailing your skills and experience.Email Jess Dalbeth at

• if you have any further questions.Applications close on 12th October 2025 (midnight)

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