Company Description The Australian Financial Review has played a central role in informing and charting the business life of the nation since 1951.
In 2024, The Financial Review remains the essential daily habit of business decision makers, investors and those who promote national prosperity.
The nation's most-trusted newspaper brand has become a national institution, widely regarded as Australia's premium business, finance and political publication and recognised for its news-breaking, agenda-setting and authoritative journalism.
The Financial Review is part of Nine, Australia's largest locally owned media company – the home of Australia's most trusted and loved brands spanning News, Sport, Lifestyle, and Entertainment.
We pride ourselves on creating the best content, accessed by consumers when and how they want – across Publishing, Broadcasting and Digital.
Job DescriptionYour new opportunity at the AFR. The Australian Financial Review is seeking an enthusiastic and ambitious individual to join the team and provide support to the AFR Editor and Managing Editor as well as the AFR EA/Office Manager.
Day to day you will:
Provide administration support and action requests from the AFR Editor and Managing Editor in a professional, efficient and timely mannerSupport the AFR EA/Office managerExercise discretion when handling confidential or sensitive informationAssist on editorial projects as requiredOrganise meetings and staff functions (including venues, facilities, catering and resources required), and communicate to all relevant parties ahead of timeManage monthly expense reporting for the AFR editor and managing editorAssist EA with newsroom expenses and process invoicesProvide administrative support to the newsroomArrange travel and accommodationPrepare presentationsMaintain rosters and diary managementMonitor AFR inboxesMaintain archives, filing and order stationery.QualificationsEnough about us, let's talk about you. The successful candidate will be switched on, proactive, discreet and provide timely support to the Editor and Managing Editor.
In order to succeed in the role, you will ideally have:
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlinesExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to multitask and manage priorities with attention to detailAbility to work autonomously and collaborativelyFlexibility and discretionA personable, positive and energetic approachExperience working in the media industry is an advantage.Additional InformationLife at the AFR. The Australian Financial Review is Australia's premier destination for business and finance news, recognised for its news-breaking, agenda-setting and authoritative journalism.
Making it the essential daily read for the nation's most influential and ambitious decision makers – from those at the start of their career to the top of the corporate ladder – in every sector who are intent on staying in the know.
What you'll get in return at the AFR: Career development and quality trainingUp to 16 weeks paid primary carer's parental leaveDiscounts on lifestyle, entertainment, and leisure memberships, including health insurance, dental and gymAccess to Future Women – a movement to help women connect, learn and lead through unique content and eventsHybrid Working/Flexible workingDiscounts on products and services with corporate partners.Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:At Nine, we are committed to fostering a workforce that embraces all aspects of diversity and inclusion and where practices are equitable to ensure our people experience a sense of belonging.
From day one, you'll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work and will be supported to perform at your best.
Should you require any adjustments to the recruitment process in order to equitably participate, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, and of all ages, nationalities, backgrounds and cultures.
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