Administrative Support Specialist

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Flexible schedule

Growth opportunities

Home office reimbursement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Administrative Support Specialist for a remote-first organization based in Polokwane. You will support multiple teams and keep operations running smoothly in a virtual setting.

The role requires strong organizational skills, proactive problem solving, and excellent written and verbal communication. You will handle schedules, documents, and digital files while enjoying fully remote work and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an administrative role.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and virtual collaboration tools.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication for remote work.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to departments remotely.
• Handle emails, calls, and inquiries professionally.
• Organize digital files, records, and databases.
• Schedule meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements.
• Prepare documents, reports, and presentations.

Skills

Administrative support

Remote work

Communication skills

Time management

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dedicated Administrative Support Specialist to join their remote-first organization, contributing to the efficiency of their operations based in Polokwane . This role is integral to providing comprehensive support to teams and ensuring that administrative tasks are handled with precision and timeliness. You will manage diverse responsibilities, requiring strong organizational skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving within a virtual setting. We seek an individual committed to excellence, with a talent for managing digital workflows and supporting a collaborative remote team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide robust administrative support to various departments, managing daily operational tasks remotely.
• Handle incoming and outgoing communications, including emails, phone calls, and inquiries, professionally.
• Organize and maintain digital files, records, and databases, ensuring data integrity and easy retrieval.
• Assist with the scheduling of meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements as required.
• Prepare and format documents, reports, and presentations using standard office software.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Administrative Support Specialist or in a similar administrative role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and virtual collaboration tools.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, suitable for remote interaction.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines in a virtual environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and regular performance reviews.
• Fully remote work opportunity, offering significant flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development.
• A supportive and collaborative virtual team culture.
• Reimbursement for home office expenses.