Administrative Assistant Apprentice

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 50,000 - 67,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training

Mentorship

Exposure to business functions

Stipend

Full-time potential

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni is seeking a highly organized Administrative Assistant Apprentice to join our team in a hybrid role, offering hands-on exposure to business administration. This role is ideal for someone eager to learn, detail-oriented, and customer-focused.

You will support daily office operations, assist with scheduling, filing, document preparation, data entry, and general administrative tasks, with a competitive stipend during the apprenticeship and the potential for a full-time

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Professional demeanor and customer-service attitude.
• Eagerness to learn administrative procedures and gain practical office experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with general office duties including phones, correspondence, and visitors.
• Support scheduling of meetings and calendar management.
• Maintain organized filing systems (physical and digital).
• Prepare documents, presentations, and reports.
• Data entry and maintaining accurate records.
• Provide general administrative support to departments as needed.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Time management

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly organized and proactive individual to join as an Administrative Assistant Apprentice in Benoni. This hybrid role offers a fantastic introduction to the world of business administration, providing hands‑on experience in supporting daily office operations. You will work closely with administrative staff and department managers, learning essential skills in office management, communication, and organizational support. This position is ideal for someone with excellent interpersonal skills, a keen eye for detail, and a strong desire to learn and grow within a professional office environment. You will be an integral part of ensuring smooth day‑to‑day functioning.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with general office duties, including answering phones, managing correspondence, and greeting visitors.
• Support the scheduling of meetings and appointments, managing calendars effectively.
• Help maintain organized filing systems, both physical and digital.
• Prepare documents, presentations, and reports as required by the team.
• Assist with data entry and maintaining accurate records.
• Provide general administrative support to various departments as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Proficiency in basic computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• A professional demeanor and a customer-service oriented attitude.
• Eagerness to learn administrative procedures and gain practical office experience.

Benefits

• Comprehensive training in administrative procedures and office management.
• Mentorship from experienced administrative professionals.
• Exposure to various business functions and operations.
• Competitive stipend during the apprenticeship period.
• Potential for a full-time Administrative Assistant position upon successful completion.