About Us:

The Unison Group consists of specialist companies delivering critical network and energy solutions, including the electricity networks of Hawke's Bay, Taupō and Rotorua, New Zealand's leading distribution transformer manufacturing company, an electrical switchgear business and a product solutions group focusing on developing world leading asset management and monitoring solutions. Our vision is to enable our communities' sustainable energy future.

The Opportunity

We're on the lookout for a capable and motivated Executive Assistant to join Unison in a fixed term, part-time role supporting members of our Executive Management Team.

Based at our Hastings head office, this is a fixed term position through to March 2027, with flexible part-time hours - to be designed to fit around your commitments

We're open to discussing what works best for you - ideally this will be 20-25 hours per week, across 5 days, but with the ability to shape this around your availability.

This is a great opportunity for someone returning to the workforce, looking for school hours, or wanting a role that offers both flexibility and variety - while still operating at a high professional level.

In this role, you'll act as a trusted partner to senior leaders, ensuring everything runs smoothly behind the scenes.

Your day-to-day will include:

• Keeping busy executive schedules running seamlessly - coordinating meetings, preparing agendas, and ensuring nothing is missed
• Supporting the preparation of high-quality Board and operational reports
• Coordinating travel, accommodation, and team events
• Building strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Preparing professional documents, presentations, and communications
• Managing confidential information with discretion and care
• Working closely with other Executive Assistants to provide backup and support

No two days are the same - and your ability to stay organised, anticipate needs, and keep things on track will be key to success.

What You'll Bring

We're looking for someone who is organised and proactive! You'll bring to the role:

• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant, working closely with Senior Executives
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to juggle competing priorities
• Excellent communication skills and the confidence to work with stakeholders at all levels
• Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office and comfort with using technology in your work
• A high level of discretion and professionalism
• A "process improvement" mindset; look for ways to use technology to streamline and automate tasks

A full job description is available on our website.

As a Valued Unison Team Member, You'll Enjoy:

• A flexible, family-friendly work environment
• Competitive remuneration
• Life, trauma and income protection insurance
• Health insurance and discounted rates for your family
• A range of additional benefits to support an active and healthy Hawke's Bay lifestyle

Act Now!

We will be interviewing candidates as they come through, and this job listing may close early without notice. So, if this sounds like the opportunity you've been waiting for, apply now!

Applications close 9 July 2026