Administrative Assistant (with Recruitment & Property Support Focus)

The Legends Agency; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment and property support agency in Cape Town seeks an Administrative Assistant to provide executive support to the CEO and assist with recruitment and property management tasks. Ideal candidates will have over 2 years of experience in related fields and strong organisational skills. This role offers a hybrid working environment with a salary range of R20 000 - R22 000.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in recruitment, sales, or account management.
• Exceptional organisational and multitasking ability.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive support to the CEO, including calendar management.
• Support recruitment efforts: job posting and candidate sourcing.
• Liaise with property agents to support property sourcing.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Multitasking ability

Proactive mindset

Tools

Email

Cloud-based tools

Job description

Overview

Administrative Assistant (with Recruitment & Property Support Focus) – Support a mission-driven care provider with diverse responsibilities in a dynamic hybrid role

Cape Town | Hybrid (negotiable) | R20 000 - R22 000 | 9:00-17:30

About Our Client

Our client is a UK-based provider of bespoke, person-centred care services, established in 2018. Operating across Thanet, Dover, and Deal, they support individuals aged 16 to 65 with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs. The organisation is rooted in values of empowerment, independence, and dignity, offering tailored supported living and outreach programs that make a meaningful impact on people9s lives. They are now expanding their operational support capabilities from Cape Town.

The Role

Administrative Assistant (with Recruitment & Property Support Focus) – This is a varied and fast-paced role, offering direct executive support to the CEO and senior leadership team. You7ll help drive operational efficiency by managing a mix of executive assistance, recruitment coordination, and property support tasks. This role is ideal for someone with a proactive mindset, strong organisational skills, and a background in sales, recruitment, or client service.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive support to the CEO, including calendar management, meetings, and admin tasks
• Support recruitment efforts: job posting, candidate sourcing, interview scheduling, and communications
• Liaise with property agents and landlords to support the sourcing and acquisition of supported living properties
• Coordinate communication and admin between internal teams and external stakeholders
• Maintain records related to executive activity, recruitment, and property processes
• Assist with minor property maintenance logistics: contractor bookings, follow-ups, and issue tracking

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in recruitment, sales, or account management
• Exceptional organisational and multitasking ability
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Confident using email, calendars, and cloud-based tools
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and a team player
• Bonus: Familiarity with care services or property administration is a plus, but not essential