The Cabinet Office

Executive Support Officer

You. At the centre of big ideas.

• Excellent opportunity for an experienced Executive Support professional to work in a high profile, high impact business environment
• Take your career to the next level in a rewarding and dynamic role reporting to the Deputy Secretary
• Ongoing full-time role located in Martin Place, Sydney, Grade 7/8, package includes base salary ($113,574 - $125,720) plus superannuation (12%) and leave loading

About the role
The role of Executive Support Officer (ESO) for the Deputy Secretary Energy, Environment and Evidence is a varied, interesting and trusted position. By providing executive support, the ESO will add value through diary and schedule management and organising priority requests on a daily basis. Supporting high-level meetings at short notice and preparing administrative documentation are key responsibilities for the role. The ESO is an important liaison and representative for this office therefore will involve fostering and building highly effective working relationships both internally and externally. This is a high impact and dynamic role, central to The Cabinet Office where every day can present new challenges and projects to be involved in and support.

To learn more about the role please review the Role Description.

We're Looking For
The Executive Support Officer role is one that would suit a highly experienced, flexible and dedicated professional, with a personable and friendly working style. This is an opportunity to make the role your own and build out the responsibilities and ownership of the position in a supportive and fast-moving environment.

• Act with Integrity: Extensive experience of working in a high profile, high integrity environment where you are a trusted liaison. Awareness of confidentiality balanced with statutory requirements in your daily practice.
• Manage Self: Experience in prioritising and organising the Deputy Secretary and other senior executive interactions within The Cabinet Office. Establish priorities and evaluate requests for appointments, engagements and organise all scheduling effectively and in a timely manner. Confident in meeting deadlines and working with others to assist in delivery.
• Communicate Effectively: High level written and verbal skills to support the senior executive and finalise issues on behalf of the Deputy Secretary. Extensive support for key meetings and committees and ensuring all communication is timely, clear and of high quality.
• Influence and Negotiate: Build effective and valuable relationships internally and externally and act as the primary liaison for the Deputy Secretary with government departments, non-government organisations and other external agencies

We value diverse experiences. Even if you're not sure you meet all requirements, we encourage you to apply.

Why Join Us?

• Flexible Working: Broad range of flexible working arrangements
• Career Development: Ongoing learning through expert-led sessions, online training, and professional development opportunities
• Work-Life Balance: Flex time accrual for extra hours worked (for non-executive roles) based on a 35-hour standard week
• Wellbeing Support: Access to employee assistance program, fitness passport program, and wellbeing initiatives
• Inclusive Culture: Staff-led networks including Aboriginal Staff Advisory Committee, Diversity & Inclusion Network, and Young Professionals Network

How to Apply - Click 'Apply Online' and submit your application including:

• A resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages)
• A cover letter addressing how you meet the requirements of the role (maximum 2 pages)

Closing date: Monday 13th October 2025 (9:59 AM)

Salary: Classification Grade 7/8. Package includes base salary ($113,574 - $125,720) plus superannuation (12%) and leave loading

Hiring Manager: Julia Adams, Executive Officer. Email: [email protected]

About The Cabinet Office

Leading policy, strategy and integrity from the heart of government
The Cabinet Office (TCO) enables robust Cabinet decision-making by ensuring policies and proposals submitted for consideration are of the highest quality and in line with government priorities. Learn more about the department and a career at The Cabinet Office.

Our Commitment
We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans and other diverse communities.

The Cabinet Office acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work and live. We pay respect to Ancestors and Elders past and present. We recognise and learn from the strengths of First Nations peoples of New South Wales and their continuing connection to, and unique cultural and spiritual relationship with, Country.

Reasonable Adjustments: The selection process will include assessment techniques to determine your suitability. You can request reasonable adjustments at any stage by indicating in pre-screening questions, contacting the Talent Team at [email protected], or reaching out to the hiring manager.

Talent Pool: A talent pool may be created from this recruitment process. If eligible, you may be contacted for ongoing and temporary opportunities in the same role or grade that become available over an 18-month period.