Arielle Lawrence

I am an experienced Executive Support and Operations Professional with nearly two decades of experience supporting senior leaders across Paris, Brussels, Melbourne, and Sydney. Currently at The Council of First Nations, I specialize in stakeholder communications, event coordination, and logistical support to ensure seamless operations. My career includes roles with Sydney Water, Nous, Morgan Stanley, and McKinsey & Company, where I honed expertise in executive support, board paper preparation, and complex diary management.

Calm, adaptable, and tech‑savvy, I thrive on building strong relationships and keeping teams aligned in fast‑paced environments.

• Executive Assistant expertise: Skilled in managing complex diaries, coordinating board papers, handling confidential correspondence, and supporting senior leaders under high-pressure conditions.
• Global exposure: Experience with multinational firms including Sydney Water, Nous Group, Morgan Stanley, McKinsey & Company, AustralianSuper, EDF, and others.
• Stakeholder engagement: Proven ability to liaise with diverse internal and external stakeholders, fostering collaborative relationships across cultures and industries.
• Event & logistics management: Planned and executed events ranging from small team gatherings to large-scale functions with 400+ attendees.
• Technical proficiency: Advanced in Microsoft Office Suite, Teams, SharePoint, Salesforce, SAP, Concur, and Adobe Suite.

As Operations and Executive Support Officer at the Council of First Nations, I provide strategic and administrative support to the CEO and leadership team, ensuring seamless coordination across governance, stakeholder engagement, and executive operations.

My role bridges high-level executive support with operational management, including:

Coordinating complex meetings, events, and communications with precision and cultural sensitivity.

Streamlining workflows and implementing systems that strengthen organizational efficiency.

Supporting governance processes and executive decision-making with clarity and attention to detail.

Building collaborative relationships across First Nations leaders, partners, and stakeholders to advance the Council’s mission.

Leading event organization for major initiatives, including The National Gathering 2025, bringing together diverse voices to strengthen representation and collective impact.