Company Secretariat EA & Board Administrator

Why You’ll Love This Role
This is a unique opportunity to play a central role in supporting the effective operation of Board and Committee governance at Metcash. Sitting within the Legal, Risk and Compliance function, you will work closely with senior executives and Directors, acting as a trusted partner in managing governance processes and executive support. 

Extra reasons to join us
🏡 Flexibility & balance: Family Friendly accredited employer, hybrid working arrangement and additional leave benefits, free onsite parking
🚀 Grow your career: Plenty of learning and development opportunities to help you keep growing.
🤝 Inclusive & supportive: A values-led workplace recognised for inclusion, mental health and pay equity

Your role with Metcash
•    Coordinate end-to-end Board, Committee, and governance meeting cycles, including planning, scheduling, and delivery
•    Manage Board papers, ensuring timely preparation, quality, consistency, and compliance with governance standards
•    Act as the central liaison between Directors, senior executives, Executive Assistants, and stakeholders
•    Maintain governance records including action registers, resolutions, calendars, and document systems
•    Support preparation of Board documentation, including minutes, resolutions, and governance reporting
•    Provide high-level executive assistance to senior leaders within Legal, Risk and Compliance
•    Coordinate Director activities including onboarding, travel, expenses, and ongoing engagement
•    Identify and drive improvements to governance processes, systems, and administration practices

What You’ll Bring
•    5+ years’ experience supporting Boards, Committees, or senior executives in a listed or regulated environment
•    Strong understanding of Board governance processes and company secretarial practices
•    Experience using governance systems such as Diligent and CAS360 (preferred)
•    Advanced skills in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
•    Exceptional organisation, document management, and attention to detail
•    Proven ability to manage confidential information with discretion and sound judgement
•    Strong stakeholder engagement skills with confidence working with senior executives and Directors
•    Proactive, resilient, and solutions-focused with the ability to manage competing priorities under pressure

Part of something bigger:
Backing local brilliance is at the heart of what we do. As Australia’s leading wholesale distribution company, Metcash proudly supports independent retailers behind iconic brands such as IGA, Foodland, Mitre 10, Total Tools, Cellarbrations and The Bottle O, fuelling an unstoppable network of independents across Australia. 

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to supporting you throughout the recruitment process 

Please note: This role is being managed directly by our internal Talent Acquisition team- no agencies please. 

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