Administrative Support Specialist

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Professional development opportunities

Medical and retirement benefits

Supportive workplace culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Administrative Support Specialist in Sandton, offering a hybrid schedule to balance on-site and remote work. The role supports multiple departments with tasks from filing to scheduling and document preparation.

The ideal candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and possess excellent communication skills. You will manage correspondence, maintain records, assist with projects, and provide logistical support for office activities within a collaborative team

Qualifications

• Proven experience in administrative support or as an administrative assistant.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong organizational and multitasking capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a hybrid setting.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain digital and physical filing systems, ensuring accuracy and accessibility.
• Coordinate schedules, appointments, and meetings for various team members and departments.
• Prepare, format, and proofread documents, reports, and presentations.
• Handle incoming and outgoing communications, including phone calls and emails, in a professional manner.
• Assist with data entry and update records in various company databases.
• Provide logistical support for office activities and events.
• Collaborate with colleagues on administrative projects and initiatives.

Skills

MS Office

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dedicated and versatile Administrative Support Specialist to join their dynamic team in Sandton , working a hybrid schedule. This role is essential for providing comprehensive support to multiple departments, ensuring the smooth flow of daily operations. You will be responsible for a range of administrative tasks, from managing correspondence and scheduling to maintaining records and assisting with projects. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and possesses excellent communication skills. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in a collaborative environment that values efficiency and teamwork, offering the best of both on-site and remote work flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain digital and physical filing systems, ensuring accuracy and accessibility.


• Coordinate schedules, appointments, and meetings for various team members and departments.


• Prepare, format, and proofread documents, reports, and presentations.


• Handle incoming and outgoing communications, including phone calls and emails, in a professional manner.


• Assist with data entry and update records in various company databases.


• Provide logistical support for office activities and events.


• Collaborate with colleagues on administrative projects and initiatives.

Requirements

• Proven experience in an administrative support role or as an administrative assistant.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).


• Strong organizational and multitasking capabilities.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a hybrid setting.


• Adaptability and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.


• Hybrid work model combining office and remote flexibility.


• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.


• Opportunities for professional development and training.


• A positive and supportive workplace culture.