The Royal Melbourne Hospital is one of Australia’s leading public healthcare providers.

Join the team. Build a career. We are looking for a passionate and dedicated individual to join The Royal Melbourne Hospital.

Executive Assistant – Chief People & Communications Officer

Full time | Fixed term | Parental leave replacement 

Advancing health for everyone, every day.

At The Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH), we’re proud to be a place where people come together to make a meaningful difference.

We’re looking for an experienced Executive Assistant to provide trusted, high-quality support to our Chief People & Communications Officer and senior leaders across People, Culture & Communications.

Play an active role in a busy executive environment, where ability, adaptability and a commitment to excellence are valued. You’ll manage complex and confidential priorities, coordinate executive committees, prepare high-quality papers and presentations, and build strong relationships across the organisation.

About you

You’re an experienced Executive Assistant who is organised, proactive and confident working in a complex environment. You anticipate what’s needed, bring sound judgement to competing priorities and build trusted relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.

You’ll bring:

• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant supporting senior leaders and committees.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Sound judgement, discretion and a high level of professionalism.
• A proactive approach to problem solving and improving processes.
• The ability to build positive relationships and work collaboratively across diverse teams.

Why RMH?

At RMH, people are at the heart of everything we do.

We attract purpose-driven people who want to contribute meaningfully, work with others and make a difference to the health and wellbeing of our community.

You’ll be part of a team that values excellence, collaboration and continuous improvement, in an environment where people are encouraged to bring their ideas, adapt to change and grow.

If you’re looking for a role where your contribution matters and you can make a real difference through the work you do, we’d love to hear from you.

Join The Royal Melbourne Hospital team.

Benefits of Working at RMH

• Make a real difference in the lives of patients, families and our community.
• Access learning, development, and diverse career opportunities.
• Join in a diverse and values-led organisation built on kindness, collaboration and inclusion.
• Help shape the future of healthcare through research, technology and new models of care.
• Work alongside leading healthcare professionals at one of Australia's premier public hospitals, within the Parkville Precinct—one of the world's leading biomedical and research precincts.
• Salary packaging of up to $12,000 tax free and generous leave entitlements, including additional annual leave and a monthly accrued day off for eligible full-time staff (role/EBA dependent).
• Work in the Parkville precinct with excellent public transport, onsite parking options and access to staff health services.

Interested?

Click Apply to submit your application, including a cover letter and resume.

Interviews may commence as applications are received. Early applications are encouraged as the role may close once filled.

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All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check and satisfactory Working With Children Check.

The RMH is committed to creating a culturally safe environment as a collective responsibility. We draw on our principles of self-determination, equity, accountability, and shared learning to create a culturally responsive health system that challenges how we strive for continuous quality improvement to meet the expectations of the communities and patients we serve.

RMH is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people in line with the Child Safe Standards.

As a leader in healthcare, we recognise the need to foster a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging. We encourage people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply, and will provide adjustments to support equitable participation.