Graduate Administrative Assistant - Kimberley

Placements24; Watnall; Hybrid; GBP 3,700 - 5,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Graduate Administrative Assistant to join a busy professional services firm in Kimberley, Northern Cape. This hybrid role offers recent graduates a chance to gain valuable administrative experience, manage schedules, handle correspondence, and support the office.

You will work across travel arrangements, expense reporting, onboarding new staff, and general inquiries, using Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; a degree in Business Administration or a related field is advantageous.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Detail-oriented and able to multitask effectively.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a hybrid environment.
• Discretion and ability to handle confidential information.
• Previous administrative experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage calendars, schedule appointments, and coordinate meetings.
• Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence, including emails and phone calls.
• Prepare documents, reports, and presentations.
• Maintain office filing systems and databases.
• Provide support for travel arrangements and expense reporting.
• Assist with onboarding new staff members.
• Handle general office inquiries and provide excellent customer service.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Time management

Detail-oriented

Education

High school diploma

Business Administration degree advantageous

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a busy professional services firm, is seeking a highly organized and efficient Graduate Administrative Assistant to join their team in **Kimberley, Northern Cape, ZA**. This hybrid role offers a fantastic opportunity for a recent graduate to gain valuable administrative experience and support the smooth running of the office. You will be responsible for a variety of tasks, including managing schedules, handling correspondence, and providing general administrative support to the team. The ideal candidate is proactive, possesses excellent communication skills, and is comfortable working in both an office and remote setting. This position is perfect for someone looking to build a solid administrative foundation.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage calendars, schedule appointments, and coordinate meetings.
• Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence, including emails and phone calls.
• Prepare documents, reports, and presentations.
• Maintain office filing systems and databases.
• Provide support for travel arrangements and expense reporting.
• Assist with onboarding new staff members.
• Handle general office inquiries and provide excellent customer service.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; a degree in Business Administration or a related field is advantageous.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Detail-oriented and able to multitask effectively.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a hybrid environment.
• Discretion and ability to handle confidential information.
• Previous administrative experience is a plus.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive hourly wage, opportunities for training and development, and exposure to diverse business operations. This role provides a flexible work arrangement, combining office-based tasks with remote responsibilities, supporting a healthy work-life balance. You will gain essential administrative skills and contribute to the efficient functioning of a professional firm in **Kimberley**. Join a welcoming team and start your administrative career journey.