Administrative Support Officer

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 201,000 - 312,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible remote

Professional development

Team engagement activities

Employee well-being

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a motivated Administrative Support Officer to work remotely, supporting our Paarl-based operations. You will handle correspondence, scheduling, records, and provide general support to management and staff.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, possesses excellent remote communication skills, and is proficient with Microsoft Office and collaboration tools, with the ability to work independently from home.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Administrative Support or similar role.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and collaboration tools (e.g., Zoom, Teams).
• Excellent organizational and multitasking capabilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for remote collaboration.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Manage and respond to emails and phone calls, ensuring timely communication.
• Schedule meetings, appointments, and manage calendars for relevant team members.
• Maintain accurate and organized digital records and databases.
• Prepare and format documents, reports, and presentations.
• Coordinate logistical aspects for virtual meetings and events.
• Provide ongoing administrative support to enhance team workflow and efficiency.

Skills

Administration

Microsoft Office

Remote communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Tools

Zoom

Teams

MS Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a motivated Administrative Support Officer to work remotely, providing crucial administrative services to their Paarl -based operations. This role is fundamental to maintaining operational efficiency and supporting team productivity. You will be responsible for a range of tasks including managing correspondence, scheduling, maintaining records, and offering general support to management and staff. The ideal candidate is highly organized, self-disciplined, possesses excellent communication skills for remote interaction, and is adept at utilizing digital tools. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive individual to make a significant contribution remotely.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and respond to emails and phone calls, ensuring timely communication.
• Schedule meetings, appointments, and manage calendars for relevant team members.
• Maintain accurate and organized digital records and databases.
• Prepare and format documents, reports, and presentations.
• Coordinate logistical aspects for virtual meetings and events.
• Provide ongoing administrative support to enhance team workflow and efficiency.

Requirements

• Proven experience in an Administrative Support or similar role.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and collaboration tools (e.g., Zoom, Teams).
• Excellent organizational and multitasking capabilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for remote collaboration.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary for a remote-based role.
• Flexible remote working arrangements supporting work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional development and skills enhancement.
• Regular virtual team engagement activities.
• Contribution to a forward-thinking company culture committed to employee well-being.