Administrative Clerk

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 120,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement fund

On-the-job training

Development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a reliable Administrative Clerk to support our East London office in the Eastern Cape. The role focuses on data entry, filing, mail handling, and general clerical tasks to keep the office running smoothly.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented with good communication skills, proficient in Microsoft Office, and eager to learn. This full-time position offers on-site work and opportunities for development within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in administrative/clerical roles preferred.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Good verbal communication.
• Reliable, punctual with a strong work ethic.
• Willing to learn new tasks and systems.
• Office located in East London, Eastern Cape.

Responsibilities

• Data entry and record maintenance.
• Process mail and deliveries.
• Handle phone inquiries and direct calls.
• File and organize documents.
• Photocopy, scan, and fax documents.
• Manage office supplies inventory.
• Assist with general office upkeep.
• Support administrative staff with tasks.
• Schedule appointments and manage meeting rooms.
• Greet visitors and maintain a welcoming environment.

Skills

Data entry

Organization

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a reliable and organized Administrative Clerk to support their team in East London, Eastern Cape. This role is integral to the daily operations of the office, ensuring that administrative tasks are completed accurately and efficiently. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, possess good communication skills, and be eager to contribute to a productive work environment. This is an office-based position, ideal for individuals who thrive on direct team interaction and the structure of a physical workplace in East London. Join us and be a key part of our operations in the Eastern Cape.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with data entry and maintaining accurate records.
• Process incoming and outgoing mail and deliveries.
• Handle phone inquiries and direct calls appropriately.
• File and organize documents systematically.
• Photocopy, scan, and fax documents as needed.
• Maintain office supplies inventory and reorder as necessary.
• Assist with general office upkeep and organization.
• Provide support to administrative staff with various tasks.
• Schedule appointments and manage meeting rooms.
• Ensure a welcoming environment for visitors.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent qualification.
• Previous experience in an administrative or clerical role is preferred.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective verbal communication skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and procedures accurately.
• Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic.
• Willingness to learn new tasks and systems.
• Must be able to work from our East London, Eastern Cape office.

Benefits

• Annual salary of R.
• Full-time position based in East London.
• Contribution to a retirement fund.
• On-the-job training and development opportunities.
• Supportive team environment.
• Exposure to various administrative functions.