Executive Assistant

About UsThe Solvar story began in 2000, with two office locations serving a few thousand consumers in Melbourne. Fast forward to today, we are an ASX-listed market leader in consumer and business lending. We serve over 100,000 customers and are rapidly establishing ourselves as one of Australia's most innovative financial services firms. We’re passionate about what we do, who we do it for, and wholeheartedly believe in our shared purpose: ‘Helping to solve life’s financial needs’.We're seeking an exceptional Executive Assistant to partner with our CEO and drive meaningful impact across our organisation. This isn't your typical EA role – we're looking for someone who combines outstanding operational excellence with strategic thinking and genuine care for people.About the Role This is a pivotal role where you'll be the trusted right hand to our CEO, ensuring the executive office operates like a well-oiled machine while contributing to strategic initiatives that shape our organisation's future. You'll be at the heart of the action – liaising with our Board of Directors, managing critical stakeholder relationships, and keeping your finger on the pulse of our business priorities.Strategic PartnershipYou'll proactively anticipate needs and offer valuable insights to support smart decision-making for the CEO. You'll conduct thorough research and analysis to develop compelling briefings and presentations, while identifying challenges early and proposing effective solutions before they escalate. Additionally, you'll nurture key relationships both within the organisation and with external stakeholders, ensuring smooth collaboration and alignment across all levels.Executive OperationsYou will take ownership of the CEO’s calendar and priorities, ensuring their time is strategically optimised for the greatest impact. You will serve as a vital liaison, coordinating seamlessly between the CEO, Board of Directors, shareholders, and leadership teams, while also managing complex travel arrangements and offering recommendations that support business objectives. In addition, you will provide crucial project management support for initiatives led by the CEO and C-Suite, contributing to the success of high-level organisational goals.Governance & ComplianceYou will actively support ASX compliance activities and collaborate closely with our Company Secretary to ensure all regulatory requirements are met. You will be responsible for maintaining accurate records and documentation that adhere to regulatory standards, assist in developing Board presentations and strategic communications, and stay informed about regulatory changes and their implications for the organisation.About youYou are an accomplished professional who combines strategic thinking with exceptional execution, and you're excited about working at the intersection of leadership, governance, and business strategy.You possess exceptional emotional intelligence and consistently exercise sound judgment in a variety of situations. Your outstanding written and verbal communication skills allow you to engage and inspire those around you, while your advanced organisational abilities enable you to manage multiple priorities with ease.You approach challenges with a solutions-focused mindset and are comfortable navigating ambiguity, always maintaining discretion and integrity when handling sensitive information. Your experience in ASX listed financial services organisations is key to your anticipatory approach. You stay two steps ahead and thrive when working strategically, yet execute tasks flawlessly. You excel at building trusted relationships across all levels of the organisation, operate with autonomy, and take ownership of complex challenges. Your adaptability ensures you respond quickly as priorities shift and new opportunities arise.Why Solvar? When you join our team, you'll have:A supportive team of bright and innovative people to work alongside—including women in leadershipLeadership development and career progression opportunities designed to support all employeesPaid parental leave: 8 weeks at full pay for primary carers and 2 weeks at full pay for secondary carersHybrid working arrangements to support work-life balancePurchased lifestyle leaveSecondment and promotional opportunitiesBirthday leave to celebrate your special dayBonus program recognising your contributionsStudy assistance to continue growing your skillsSolvar is committed to a workplace where every voice is heard and valued. Join us and help shape a more inclusive future in financial services.