Administrative Manager

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 450,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Health benefits

Retirement savings plan

Generous vacation

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging is seeking an experienced Administrative Manager to lead and oversee the administrative functions. This hybrid role balances remote and in-office coordination and requires a strategic thinker capable of managing a team and implementing efficient office operations.

The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and organizational abilities with a commitment to operational excellence, budgeting, and policy development.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an Administrative Manager or similar leadership role.
• Strong understanding of office management principles and best practices.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and delegation skills.
• Ability to manage budgets and negotiate with vendors.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, train, and mentor administrative staff, ensuring high performance and professional development.
• Develop, implement, and refine administrative policies and procedures to enhance efficiency.
• Manage the administrative budget, controlling expenditures and seeking cost-saving opportunities.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the office, including facilities management and vendor relations.
• Coordinate cross-departmental administrative support, ensuring seamless workflow and communication.
• Implement and manage systems for record-keeping, document control, and information management.

Skills

Staff management

Budget management

Policy development

Vendor negotiation

Leadership

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Administrative software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and proactive Administrative Manager to lead and oversee the administrative functions for their operations in Vereeniging . This hybrid position requires a strategic thinker capable of managing a team of administrative staff and ensuring the efficient execution of all office operations, balancing remote and in-office coordination. You will be responsible for developing and implementing administrative policies and procedures, managing budgets, and fostering a productive work environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, exceptional organizational abilities, and a commitment to driving operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise, train, and mentor administrative staff, ensuring high performance and professional development.
• Develop, implement, and refine administrative policies and procedures to enhance efficiency.
• Manage the administrative budget, controlling expenditures and seeking cost-saving opportunities.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the office, including facilities management and vendor relations.
• Coordinate cross-departmental administrative support, ensuring seamless workflow and communication.
• Implement and manage systems for record-keeping, document control, and information management.

Requirements

• Proven experience in an Administrative Manager or similar leadership role.
• Strong understanding of office management principles and best practices.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and delegation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and administrative management software.
• Ability to manage budgets and negotiate with vendors.

Benefits

• Competitive managerial salary with performance bonuses.
• Hybrid work arrangement providing flexibility.
• Comprehensive health benefits and retirement savings plan.
• Generous paid vacation and opportunities for further training.
• A dynamic and collaborative management environment.