Executive Assistant

About Asteron Life

Asteron Life has been supporting New Zealanders for nearly 150 years. We are here to help customers build bright futures and protect what matters most. We offer a range of personal, business and employee insurance products that can help our customers through just about anything life throws at you.

We work with our financial advisers, who provide expert insurance advice and match the right insurance needs to help our customers live life to the fullest, and our strategic partners who provide tools and information so customers can assess their needs and find the cover that's best suited to them.

We value diverse backgrounds and perspectives, foster an inclusive, collaborative and flexible working environment, that will support your professional growth and reward your contribution.

The Role

Asteron Life is seeking a highly organised and experienced Executive Assistant to support the CEO. This role is central to ensuring smooth day-to-day operations, managing key relationships, and supporting strategic priorities across the business.

You'll work closely with senior leaders, board members, and stakeholders, handling sensitive information and helping the CEO stay informed, prepared, and focused.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the CEO's calendar, travel, and meeting logistics

Prepare and edit correspondence, reports, and presentations

Coordinate executive meetings, board sessions, and offsites

Handle confidential communications and documents with discretion

Support shareholder and stakeholder engagement

Organise events, venues, and catering as needed

Maintain accurate records and manage inquiries professionally

Collaborate with internal teams to ensure priorities are addressed

Assist with board and committee logistics and documentation

Work with the Chief of Staff and other Executive Assistants across the business

Contribute to projects and process improvements

Ensure compliance with company policies and governance standards

What you bring :

6+ years' experience supporting senior executives, ideally in financial services or insurance

Prior experience supporting a CEO

Strong communication skills and attention to detail

Proven ability to manage sensitive information and competing priorities

Comfortable working independently and collaboratively

Skilled in Microsoft Office and virtual collaboration tools

Professional, adaptable, and solutions-focused

Experience working with board members and senior stakeholders

Understanding of corporate governance and regulatory environments

Why Join Us?

At Asteron Life, we provide a flexible work environment and access to a range of employee benefits that will support you both personally and professionally including :

Career pathways, including local and global mobility opportunities.

Leading Learning Platforms and support in professional development

Medical Plan and Wellbeing Programs

Life, Income Protection and Trauma Cover.

Accessibility and Checks

Before commencing employment in this role, you will need to provide two references, full working rights and complete police and credit checks through an online provider. As an equal opportunity employer strongly committed to working in a diverse and inclusive workforce you will be provided with any support or accessibility requirements throughout your interview process. Please feel free to contact our Talent Team directly at

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