Administrative Assistant Apprentice

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 67,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Exposure to business functions

Potential for permanent role

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein is seeking an Administrative Assistant Apprentice to support daily operations. This hands-on role is ideal for someone eager to gain foundational office administration skills, learn best practices, and grow professionally within a supportive team.

You will handle general admin tasks, schedule appointments, manage filing, and assist with documents and reports, while developing essential communication and discretion needed for a professional workplace.

Qualifications

• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Proactive attitude and willingness to learn new skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Commitment to professional development and completing the apprenticeship program.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support, including answering phones and managing correspondence.
• Assist with scheduling appointments and maintaining calendars.
• Help organize and manage office filing systems, both physical and digital.
• Prepare documents, reports, and presentations as requested.
• Greet visitors and manage reception duties.
• Support the team with various administrative tasks to ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time-management

Written and verbal communication

Tools

MS Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Administrative Assistant Apprentice to support their operations in Bloemfontein . This role is perfect for someone looking to gain foundational experience in office administration and support functions. You will learn essential administrative skills, contribute to the efficient running of the office, and develop your professional capabilities. This is a hands‑on position within a supportive team environment, offering valuable insight into workplace operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support, including answering phones and managing correspondence.
• Assist with scheduling appointments and maintaining calendars.
• Help organize and manage office filing systems, both physical and digital.
• Prepare documents, reports, and presentations as requested.
• Greet visitors and manage reception duties.
• Support the team with various administrative tasks to ensure smooth operations.

Requirements

• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn new skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Commitment to professional development and completing the apprenticeship program.

Benefits

• On‑the‑job training in essential administrative and office management skills.
• Exposure to various business functions within the organization.
• Opportunities for skill development and certification.
• A supportive and welcoming office environment.
• Potential for a permanent role upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.