Executive Assistant
Ryman Healthcare
Date: 2 days ago
City: Christchurch, Canterbury
Contract type: Contractor
Provide high-level executive support, coordinate projects, and deliver seamless meetings and events in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
At Ryman, we believe the measure of a full life is one that gets richer with age.
Ryman Healthcare is a leader in retirement living and aged care. Our driving purpose is to enhance freedom, connection and well-being for people as we grow older. We own and operate 49 villages in New Zealand and Australia and we employ approximately 7,700 team members across a range of different sectors. Additionally, we are proud to be the first healthcare company to receive the Wellbeing Tick.
At the heart of our business, everything we do must be 'Good enough for mum and dad.'
What will you do?
This Christchurch based role will provide executive assistance support and project coordination support to the Chief Customer & Technology Officer and the Chief Operations Officer. Key responsibilities include:
If you are interested in joining an organisation with a clear purpose and a commitment to innovation, kindness and excellence, we would love to hear from you!
If you are interested in joining an organisation with a clear purpose and a commitment to innovation, kindness and excellence, we would love to hear from you!
Applications will be reviewed as they are received and interviews may take place prior to the close date. This means a job ad may close before the advertised close date.
- 10-month fixed-term contract based in Christchurch - hit the ground running in this fast-paced, high-impact role
- Work closely with two senior executives, contributing to projects and business-wide priorities
- Be part of a supportive, purpose-driven organisation that values innovation, kindness, and excellence
At Ryman, we believe the measure of a full life is one that gets richer with age.
Ryman Healthcare is a leader in retirement living and aged care. Our driving purpose is to enhance freedom, connection and well-being for people as we grow older. We own and operate 49 villages in New Zealand and Australia and we employ approximately 7,700 team members across a range of different sectors. Additionally, we are proud to be the first healthcare company to receive the Wellbeing Tick.
At the heart of our business, everything we do must be 'Good enough for mum and dad.'
What will you do?
This Christchurch based role will provide executive assistance support and project coordination support to the Chief Customer & Technology Officer and the Chief Operations Officer. Key responsibilities include:
- Provide proactive telephone, diary, and email management, balancing priorities and conflicting demands
- Coordinate travel and logistics
- Partner closely with the Senior Executive Team and executive support colleagues
- Manage multiple priorities to meet deadlines
- Compile Board and management reports, presentations, and distribute information as needed
- Maintain and enhance administrative systems to support effective ways of working
- Oversee project administration and support planning and tracking against budgets and timelines
- Coordinate stakeholder meetings and keep them informed of progress, delays, and issues
- Prepare project reports as required
- Organise all aspects of meetings—agendas, documentation, venues, catering, and schedule management
- Record minutes and ensure follow-up actions are completed
- Plan and deliver seamless events aligned with objectives
If you are interested in joining an organisation with a clear purpose and a commitment to innovation, kindness and excellence, we would love to hear from you!
- Ongoing support for professional development and career profession opportunities
- Additional wellbeing leave and flexible working arrangements
- Access to over 60 discounts with well-known brands across a variety of sectors including; health and wellbeing, banking, insurance, and retail
- Social club events, furry Friday's (bring your dog to work), free yoga classes
- Free gym membership for onsite gym
- Convenient Ryman owned onsite café (Pioneers Café) with affordable pricing
- You have proven experience in a similar role.
- You have experience in a large & complex organisation.
- You think strategically and are not afraid to roll your sleeves up and get down to the practical work too
- You value people and kindness and are passionate about delivering results
- You strive for excellence and look for ways to exceed expectations. You can deliver with confidence in a fast-paced environment
- You believe in the value of strong, positive, trusting teams who work together as one
- You are resilient and can demonstrate composure under pressure
- You value communication that is simple, clear and straight to the point
If you are interested in joining an organisation with a clear purpose and a commitment to innovation, kindness and excellence, we would love to hear from you!
Applications will be reviewed as they are received and interviews may take place prior to the close date. This means a job ad may close before the advertised close date.
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