Executive Assistant & Junior Sustainability Officer

9-day fortnight | $75,000 + super | Perth (hybrid)

Do you want to build a meaningful career in sustainability — while supporting a purpose-driven business that’s creating transformative change?

Naturaliste Solutions is a boutique sustainability consultancy based in Perth, helping organisations in mining, construction and government design clear, efficient and fit-for-purpose sustainability solutions. We’re a growing team driven by integrity, innovation and impact — and we’re looking for a motivated professional to join us as our new Executive Assistant & Junior Sustainability Officer.

About the Role

This is a unique hybrid role where you’ll provide high-level executive, client, and project support while developing your sustainability career.

You’ll work closely with the Managing Director and our Sustainability Specialists, gaining hands-on experience across sustainability strategy, data management and reporting projects.

Key responsibilities include:

Providing executive assistance to the Managing Director — calendar and inbox management, meeting coordination, travel and document preparation

Supporting project delivery across sustainability strategy, data management, and reporting tasks

Undertaking project reporting, meeting management, and milestone tracking for client projects

Assisting with data collection, analysis and quality assurance for sustainability programs

Managing client relationships and maintaining CRM records

Supporting public communications and media management (including website, social media and publications)

Supporting the design of sustainability deliverables (reports, dashboards, visual collateral)

Helping manage internal systems, templates and workflow efficiency

About You

You’re organised, proactive and passionate about sustainability — with a strong eye for detail and a growth mindset.

You’ll thrive in a fast-paced consulting environment, enjoy balancing admin with technical work, and love learning new tools and systems.

You’ll bring:

At least 1 year of experience in a corporate or professional environment (government, mining, energy or oil & gas preferred)

A relevant degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Business, or Communications

Confidence using data management software and Microsoft 365 (Excel, SharePoint, Teams)

Strong IT and systems skills — experience improving processes or managing workflows is highly regarded

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

High attention to detail and professionalism

Graphic design capability (Canva, PowerPoint or Adobe) — favourable but not essential

What We Offer

$75,000 + superannuation (pro-rata for 9-day fortnight)

Flexible hybrid working — WFH and office options

Professional development and sustainability training

A supportive, collaborative team that values authenticity, creativity and balance

Why Naturaliste Solutions?

We’re building the next generation of sustainability professionals. This role is designed as a stepping stone — giving you exposure to real projects, mentorship from senior consultants, and the chance to contribute to meaningful change from day one.

If you’re looking for a role that combines purpose with professionalism — and the opportunity to grow into a Sustainability Officer — we’d love to hear from you.

How to Apply

Please submit:

Your CV

A short cover letter outlining why you’re the perfect fit for this hybrid role

A redacted example of your work (such as a report, research paper, or presentation) that demonstrates your writing, analysis or design capability