" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eExecutive Assistant to Managing Partner\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"23418\"\u003e Admin / Secretarial / Office Support \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"23419\"\u003e Executive Assistant \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"23420\"\u003e Canterbury \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"23421\"\u003e Permanent \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 22/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eFull time experienced EA opportunity\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBe the right hand to a dynamic Managing Partner\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eChristchurch based\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThe Client\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Our client is a well established New Zealand professional services firm with a strong presence in Christchurch. Acting for a broad range of clients, from businesses and organisations to individuals and families, the firm offers expertise across a wide range of industries and practice areas.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e The firm is led by its Managing Partner, an energetic and driven leader. Very hands-on, he is closely involved with the firm\u0026rsquo;s clients, people and growth, and requires a highly capable EA to keep his time focused on what matters most.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThe Role\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Be the Managing Partner\u0026rsquo;s right hand, bringing structure, space and calm to a busy, fast-moving working life. Approximately 80% of your time will be spent on work within the firm, with the remaining 20% across personal and family business interests. You will take full ownership of the diary, making decisions, creating breathing room and protecting the time that matters, including time away from the office. You will manage the inbox, travel, events and meeting cadence, ensuring the urgent and important are sequenced well. You will also turn dictation and verbal instructions into polished correspondence; coordinate meetings, functions and staff-related matters; liaise with family members and advisers on family business interests; and, when plans change at the last minute, rebook, rally the right people and keep everything moving proactively.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e Direct and decisive, the Managing Partner values and looks after a trusted team. For the right person, this is a role with real responsibility, genuine variety and recognition for the difference you make.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThe Person\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eA seasoned EA supporting a senior leader, with plenty of initiative\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProactive and quick to read situations, acting ahead of the ask\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eConfident to manage up, offer a different view and hold the line, with tact and good humour\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHigh emotional intelligence and sound judgement with personal and family dynamics\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePatient and composed in a busy environment\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAbsolutely discreet with confidential business and personal matters\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong writer, confident with digital and AI tools\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFlexible, including availability outside of work hours on occasion\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience in professional services would be an advantage\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTo Apply\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Please submit your CV and a cover letter highlighting the skills you would contribute to this role. To view the position description: [link]. Initial confidential enquiries are welcome by contacting Sally Wynn-Williams on 027 478 5554 or sally.wynn-williams@brannigans.co.nz.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eApplications for this role close Wednesday 11 November\u003c/strong\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"918529\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "