Executive Assistant, Chief People Officer (People Operations)

TL;DR

Executive Assistant (People Operations): Designing and owning the operating system for the Chief People Officer with an accent on high-stakes executive support and operational efficiency. Focus on protecting CPO capacity, streamlining communication across senior leadership, and improving organizational workflows.

Location: Based in Sydney, Australia (Hybrid)

Company

Canva is a global design platform redefining how the world experiences design.

What you will do

• Manage the CPO's calendar and inbox, exercising judgment on priorities and time protection.
• Coordinate the People leadership team's meeting cadence and operational rhythms.
• Handle end-to-end travel, expenses, and personal logistics for the CPO.
• Develop scalable workflows and redesign processes to reduce organizational friction.
• Coordinate global events, offsites, and key launches within the People Org.
• Create high-impact, on-brand presentations and communications.

Requirements

• Must be based in Sydney, Australia.
• Substantial experience providing 1:1 support to senior executive leaders.
• Strategic thinking ability to anticipate needs and connect complex dots.
• Advanced communication skills for drafting briefings and presentations.
• Proficiency in using AI tools to enhance work quality and speed.
• Ability to handle highly sensitive and high-stakes people matters with discretion.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work model balancing remote flexibility with on-campus collaboration.
• Collaborative and high-growth environment within a globally recognized product company.
• Access to a comprehensive suite of success-oriented benefits.
• Focus on recognition, belonging, and team connectivity.