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Nicole Bosnjak

Bacchus Marsh,Australia

Summary

Dynamic administration professional with over 25 years of experience across diverse sectors including professional services, investment banking, construction, banking and utilities. Proven ability to thrive in high-pressure environments while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality. Strong work ethic and commitment to exceeding expectations, with a focus on building effective relationships at all organisational levels. Seeking a challenging role that fosters business partnership and personal growth. Detail-oriented Executive Assistant skilled in stakeholder engagement, travel coordination, and confidential document management. Proven ability to support senior leadership through effective communication and organisation.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Assistant to GM Retail Banking - Strategy

CBA- Commonwealth Bank of Australia
10.2024 - Current
  • Serve as primary contact for all external and internal stakeholders.
  • Coordinate travel itineraries and arrangements for business trips and events.
  • Prepare meeting agendas and documented minutes during executive meetings.
  • Assist in developing presentations and reports for stakeholder review.
  • Maintain secure organisation of confidential files and sensitive documentation.
  • Liaise with internal teams to enhance communication across departments.
  • Manage executive calendars and scheduled appointments for senior leadership.
  • Monitor incoming emails, ensuring timely responses to inquiries.

Executive Assistant to Chief Financial Officer & EGM Forests

OneFortyOne
11.2023 - 10.2024

Maternity leave cover role

  • Managed the day-to-day activities of the CFO and EGM Forests- full calendar & email management
  • Managed set up of all internal & external meetings
  • Committee meeting management and distribution of papers (via Diligent)
  • Complex Travel and accommodation management
  • Conference and event management (including catering & AV setup)
  • Credit card expense management
  • Preparation of various documents, reports and presentations
  • Maintained various compliance registers ie; gift register across 3 offices
  • Supported general office management; stationary orders, facilities management (car park access, staff access cards)
  • Developed and maintain stakeholder engagement across all areas of the business
  • Maintained a high level of confidentiality

Executive Assistant to Head of Investment Banking – Australian & New Zealand and Managing Director – Investment Banking

J.P. Morgan
11.2022 - 11.2023
  • Served as primary contact for Senior Executives, managing stakeholder communications effectively.
  • Oversaw daily activities of Senior Executives, including comprehensive calendar and email management.
  • Coordinated logistics for all internal and external meetings efficiently.
  • Arranged travel and accommodations, ensuring seamless executive mobility.
  • Managed credit card expenses with accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Cultivated stakeholder engagement across business sectors, enhancing collaboration.
  • Maintained confidentiality regarding sensitive information, safeguarding company interests.
  • Supported EA group with various administrative tasks as needed.

Executive Assistant to Executive Director Strategy & Commercial

APA
06.2022 - 09.2022

Left role as followed Executive Director to JP Morgan.

  • Served as primary liaison for Executive Director with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Coordinated daily activities, including calendar and email management for Executive Director.
  • Provided high-level administrative support by compiling monthly ELT, Investment Committee, and Board reports.
  • Managed all meetings, preparing agendas and presentations for relevant stakeholders.
  • Oversaw travel arrangements and accommodation logistics.
  • Handled credit card expenses with precision and accountability.
  • Cultivated stakeholder engagement across various business sectors.
  • Maintained confidentiality in all communications and documentation.

Executive Assistant to the National Director – Southern Region

Built
07.2017 - 05.2022
  • Primary contact for National Director among internal and external stakeholders.
  • Maintained day-to-day activities, including full calendar and email management for National Director.
  • Provided high-level administrative support by coordinating monthly reports and meetings.
  • Ensured strategic targets were met for the region through tracking and coordination.
  • Organised internal and external meetings, preparing agendas and presentations for stakeholders.
  • Managed travel arrangements and accommodation for Executive team.
  • Coordinated and executed conferences and events to enhance company culture; Executive offsites, End of Year events
  • Managed and stakeholder engagement initiatives across all areas of business nationally.

Bid Coordinator – Strategic Projects

Downer
07.2016 - 07.2017

Role became redundant

  • Provided administrative support to Bid Director and bid team operations.
  • Coordinated all logistical requirements, including sourcing office accommodations for projects.
  • Managed document library on SharePoint, ensuring access for all staff members.
  • Migrated data from various libraries on SharePoint to keep project information current.
  • Maintained bid calendar and facilitated communication regarding bid activities.
  • Produced documents for submission while assisting in bid task management.
  • Oversaw stakeholder engagement with consortium staff and external vendors.
  • Arranged travel, accommodation, and coordinated team functions and training sessions.

Executive Assistant to Director – Strategy & Major Projects

Downer Rail
07.2015 - 07.2016
  • Executed HCMT PPP tender valued at $2.3 billion, ensuring compliance with requirements.
  • Provided high-level administrative support in one-on-one capacity for Director.
  • Managed diary and email communications to optimize scheduling efficiency.
  • Prepared and updated presentations, emails, and reports for stakeholder engagement.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with key stakeholders, both international and domestic.
  • Oversaw monthly expense management to maintain budgetary control.
  • Coordinated meetings and distributed materials for Leadership and team meetings.
  • Facilitated travel and accommodation arrangements for domestic and international trips.

Executive Assistant to Head of Investment Operations | Investment Department

AustralianSuper
11.2012 - 04.2015

Contract role

  • Provide high level administration assistance to the Head of Investment - Operations 1:1 role
  • Diary and email management
  • First point of contact for any dealings with the Head of Investment Operations
  • Committee Meeting Management (coordination of all meetings, distribution of pre and post papers to all committee members via Boardbooks)
  • Coordination of meetings – internal and external stakeholders
  • Client liaison/meetings organisation of staff
  • Monthly expense management
  • Travel and accommodation management (domestic & international)
  • Creation/editing reports, tenders, presentations, process maps
  • Event Management
  • Assist the Project management team with all administrative tasks
  • Management of two administration staff in the department

Education

NLP Certification Training - Neuro Linguistic Programming, Timeline Therapy, Hypnotherapy, Coaching

QT Transformation
Melbourne, VIC
09.2022

Certificate III - Human Resources

Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI)
Online
06.2011

Executive Assistant Master Class -

PICS
Melbourne
05.2011

Certificate III - Business (Office Administration)

Sureway Consultants
Wagga Wagga
01.1998

Skills

  • Organisational skills
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Fast-paced adaptability
  • Advanced MS Office proficiency
  • Autonomous planning and scheduling
  • Confidentiality and initiative
  • Team collaboration
  • Self-motivation
  • Enthusiasm for challenges
  • Stakeholder management
  • Professional demeanor
  • Time management expertise
  • Energetic drive
  • Multifaceted skill set
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Time management
  • Event planning
  • Confidentiality maintenance
  • Executive support
  • Professional and mature
  • Office management

References

Available on request

Timeline

Executive Assistant to GM Retail Banking - Strategy

CBA- Commonwealth Bank of Australia
10.2024 - Current

Executive Assistant to Chief Financial Officer & EGM Forests

OneFortyOne
11.2023 - 10.2024

Executive Assistant to Head of Investment Banking – Australian & New Zealand and Managing Director – Investment Banking

J.P. Morgan
11.2022 - 11.2023

Executive Assistant to Executive Director Strategy & Commercial

APA
06.2022 - 09.2022

Executive Assistant to the National Director – Southern Region

Built
07.2017 - 05.2022

Bid Coordinator – Strategic Projects

Downer
07.2016 - 07.2017

Executive Assistant to Director – Strategy & Major Projects

Downer Rail
07.2015 - 07.2016

Executive Assistant to Head of Investment Operations | Investment Department

AustralianSuper
11.2012 - 04.2015

NLP Certification Training - Neuro Linguistic Programming, Timeline Therapy, Hypnotherapy, Coaching

QT Transformation

Certificate III - Human Resources

Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI)

Executive Assistant Master Class -

PICS

Certificate III - Business (Office Administration)

Sureway Consultants
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