EA and Events Coordinator

Executive Assistant & Events Coordinator

Location: Hindmarsh, SA

Join a global leader in sustainable packaging and help shape an exceptional workplace culture.

We’re seeking a highly organised, proactive, and discreet Executive Assistant and Events Coordinator to provide exceptional support to our Executive General Manager – People. This is a pivotal role where you’ll enable strategic effectiveness, manage complex priorities, and help deliver memorable people and culture initiatives.

What You’ll Do

• Provide confidential, high-level executive support, including diary management, travel coordination, and expense processing.
• Prepare briefing materials, presentations, and reports for leadership and board meetings.
• Act as a trusted liaison between the EGM – People and internal/external stakeholders.
• Coordinate People Leadership team meetings, track actions, and maintain compliance deadlines.
• Plan and deliver engaging events such as End of Year celebrations, Service Awards, Global Town halls, recognition programs, and team-building activities.
• Support operational excellence through process improvements, vendor management, and budget tracking.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant supporting a Senior HR or Executive leader (5+ years).
• Proven experience in Event management with a proactive, solution-focused mindset.
• coordinating People events such as Induction, Service Awards, Celebratory Morning Teas
• Experience within an HR or People & Culture environment will be highly regarded.
• Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of discretion, integrity and professionalism when handling confidential information.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build trust across diverse stakeholders.
• Tech-savvy with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with HR systems.

Why Join Us?

At Detmold Group, we’re passionate about creating a positive, inclusive culture. You’ll play a key role in shaping employee engagement and supporting strategic initiatives that make a real impact.

Why Detmold Group?

We’re a global packaging company with a strong local presence and a commitment to safety, sustainability, and people. You’ll be part of a supportive Health, Safety & Wellbeing team within our broader People Function, working in a business that values continuous improvement and practical innovation.

Apply now to bring your expertise, energy, and organisational brilliance to a role where no two days are the same.

Apply online today. For confidential enquiries, contact Jennifer Pryor, Talent Acquisition Partner at careers@detmoldgroup.com.

We are a 2023 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to responding to every applicant.

Applicants must have Australian work rights.