Administrative Assistant Trainee — Mentorship & Growth

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Mentorship from experienced admins

Career progression pathways

Friendly work environment

Exposure to diverse business ops

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch seeks a motivated Junior Administrative Assistant Trainee to join our office team. You will provide essential support, learn key administrative skills, and participate in an on-the-job training program designed to develop office management and organizational competencies.

The role offers mentorship from experienced professionals, a structured development plan, and a clear path for career progression within our organization.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent qualification.
• Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Proactive attitude and a strong desire to learn.
• Team player with good interpersonal skills.
• Reliability, punctuality, and a professional demeanor.
• Must be able to work full-time in our Stellenbosch office.
• Previous internship or administrative experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with general office duties, including answering phones, managing mail, and greeting visitors.
• Provide administrative support to managers and staff as required.
• Schedule appointments, meetings, and manage calendars.
• Organize and maintain filing systems, both physical and digital.
• Prepare documents, reports, and presentations.
• Manage office supplies and assist with procurement.
• Coordinate travel arrangements for staff members.
• Handle data entry and maintain databases accurately.
• Assist with event planning and coordination for office functions.
• Learn and apply office procedures and policies effectively.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Attention to detail

Excellent verbal and written English

Proactive attitude

Team player

Reliability and punctuality

Ability to multitask

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Placements24 in Stellenbosch seeks a motivated Junior Administrative Assistant Trainee to join our office team. You will provide essential support, learn key administrative skills, and participate in an on-the-job training program designed to develop office management and organizational competencies.

The role offers mentorship from experienced professionals, a structured development plan, and a clear path for career progression within our organization.