Administrative Manager

Placements24; Klerksdorp; On-site; ZAR 550,000 - 850,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health & retirement benefits

Generous leave & development

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Administrative Manager to lead the administrative functions at the Klerksdorp branch. You will ensure operational efficiency, compliance, and effective support across departments, shaping the administrative landscape of the organization.

The role requires strong leadership, strategic thinking and a proven track record in managing complex administrative operations. You will mentor staff, manage budgets, and drive process improvements in a dynamic work

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Business Administration, Management or related field.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in administrative management.
• Proven experience leading and developing teams.
• Strong budget management, procurement, and office operations understanding.
• Excellent strategic planning, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in relevant administrative software and systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all administrative operations including facilities management and procurement.
• Develop, implement and enforce administrative policies and procedures.
• Mentor and manage a team of administrative staff.
• Prepare and manage departmental budgets, control costs and optimize resources.
• Liaise between administrative staff and other departments for smooth collaboration.
• Ensure effective management of records, archives and confidential information.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Procurement

Strategic planning

Problem solving

Decision making

Team development

Office operations

Education

Bachelor's in Business Admin

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Administrative Manager to lead and optimize the administrative functions within their Klerksdorp branch. This leadership role is critical for ensuring the operational efficiency, compliance, and effectiveness of all administrative processes and support staff. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership capabilities, strategic thinking, and a proven track record in managing complex administrative operations. This is a significant opportunity to shape the administrative landscape of the organization and drive improvements in a key sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and direct all administrative operations, including facilities management, procurement, and general office support.
• Develop, implement, and enforce administrative policies and procedures to ensure efficiency and compliance.
• Manage and mentor a team of administrative staff, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Prepare and manage departmental budgets, controlling costs and optimizing resource allocation.
• Act as a key liaison between administrative staff and other departments, ensuring smooth collaboration.
• Ensure the effective management of records, archives, and confidential information.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in administrative management.
• Proven experience in leading and developing teams.
• Strong understanding of budget management, procurement processes, and office operations.
• Excellent strategic planning, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in relevant administrative software and systems.

Benefits

• A leading salary package reflecting the seniority of the role.
• Opportunity to lead and make a substantial impact in Klerksdorp.
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and other employee benefits.
• Generous leave allowance and professional development opportunities.
• A dynamic and challenging work environment with opportunities for growth.