Executive Assistant - Corporate Services

Published: 14 July 2026

Te whakapakari tahi i tō tātau Taiao – Enhancing our environment together.

Our vision is a healthy environment and a resilient and prosperous community.

About The opportunity | Ko te āheinga:

We are looking for an experienced Executive Assistant to join our Corporate Services Group. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity based in Napier.

In this role you will provide high-quality, proactive and trusted executive support to the Group Manager Corporate Services. As the first point of contact for many matters, you will help ensure enquiries, communications, and requests are managed efficiently and professionally. You will manage complex schedules, coordinate workflows, prepare high-quality documentation and communications, and build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. This role requires exceptional organisational skills, sound judgement, discretion, and the ability to anticipate needs and adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment.

This is an exciting opportunity for a highly capable Executive Assistant who thrives on building trusted relationships, managing competing priorities, and making a meaningful contribution to organisational success.

About you | E pā ana ki a koe:

You will be a highly organised and trusted professional with experience supporting senior leaders. You will have excellent judgement, discretion and relationship-building skills, and thrive in fast-paced environments where priorities can change quickly. With a proactive and adaptable approach, you will consistently deliver high-quality support while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality.

You will also have:

• NCEA Level 2 literacy and numeracy.
• At least 5 years' experience providing executive support to a senior manager or executive.
• Proven ability to deliver high-quality executive and administrative support.
• Excellent organisation, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong diary, workflow and meeting coordination capability.
• Experience in local government (desirable).
• A valid driver's licence

What we offer | Nga huanga mōu:

The salary range for this role is between $66,130 to $77,800 and will depend on the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate.

Other benefits of working for our team include:

• Flexible working options to support work/life balance
• 5 weeks annual leave after 3 years
• 4% superannuation after 3 years
• Life insurance and income protection
• Subsidised eye tests and lenses, flu vaccinations, and other well-being initiatives
• Strong commitment to developing and upskilling people within a supportive working environment.

See a full list of our staff benefits here 

As an equal opportunity employer, we are dedicated to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment. We recognise that collaborative and innovative organisations depend on having a workforce made up from a diverse range of perspectives and experiences. We're all about excellence, and we encourage open communication – if you need any specific support, just let us know! Our main goal is to empower each person to share their unique talents to contribute to the outcomes for our community. This commitment ensures that our workplace is a dynamic and progressive space where everyone can flourish.

HBRC is responsible for Civil Defence emergencies and as such, all staff may be called upon to support the response.

How to apply | I pēhea ki te whakauru:

Applications close Tuesday, 4 August 2026, however we will be shortlisting and interviewing appropriate candidates as applications are received. If you are interested in this position, please do not wait to apply as we may close the ad earlier than advertised.

Applicants must have existing rights to work in New Zealand.

To view the job description please click here.

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If you would like any further information regarding the role, please email hr@hbrc.govt.nz

About us | E pā ki a mātou:

At Hawke’s Bay Regional Council our purpose is to work with our community to protect and manage the region’s precious taonga of rivers, lakes, soils, air, coast and biodiversity for health, wellbeing and connectivity. Our organisation is diverse and our work is varied. Our structure comprises of six key business units; Corporate Services, Integrated Catchment Management, Asset Management, Māori Partnerships, Policy & Regulation, and the Executive Advisory Group which also consists of the Civil Defence and Emergency Management.

We focus on prioritising:

Te kounga o te wai, te haumarutanga me te mārohirohi ā-āhuarangi o te whakamarutanga | Water quality, safety and climate-resilient security.  

Kia koi, kia toitū hoki te whakamahinga o te whenua | Climate-smart and sustainable land use. 

Kia ora, kia āhei, kia mārohirohi ā-āhuarangi hoki te rerenga rauropi | Healthy, functioning and climate-resilient biodiversity. 

Kia toitū, kia mārohirohi ā-āhuarangi hoki ngā ratonga me ngā hanganga ā-whare | Sustainable and climate-resilient services and infrastructure. 

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