Administrative Team Lead

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 320,000 - 460,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote with flexible hours

Health and wellness benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Administrative Team Lead to manage the administrative functions remotely. You will lead and mentor a team of administrative professionals, driving efficiency and high standards across the organization.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, organization, and proactive problem-solving in a fully remote setting, with opportunities for growth and development within a collaborative team culture.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership or team management experience in administration.
• 5+ years of comprehensive administrative experience.
• Strong knowledge of office management, operations, and coordination.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of administrative staff.
• Oversee daily operations of the administrative department for efficiency and quality.
• Develop and implement best practices for administrative processes and procedures.
• Manage project timelines, resource allocation, and team performance metrics.
• Facilitate effective communication within the team and with other departments.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and motivated Administrative Team Lead to manage their administrative functions remotely. In this pivotal role, you will lead and mentor a team of administrative professionals, ensuring the efficient execution of daily operations and strategic projects. You will be responsible for optimizing workflows, fostering a collaborative team spirit, and ensuring high standards of administrative support across the organization. The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership qualities, excellent organizational skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving within a remote work setting. This is an excellent opportunity to shape and lead an administrative function.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of administrative staff, providing guidance and support.
• Oversee the daily operations of the administrative department, ensuring efficiency and quality.
• Develop and implement best practices for administrative processes and procedures.
• Manage project timelines, resource allocation, and team performance metrics.
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration within the administrative team and with other departments.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a leadership or team management role within administration.
• 5+ years of comprehensive administrative experience.
• Strong understanding of office management, operations, and project coordination.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite and virtual collaboration platforms.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and leadership bonus.
• Fully remote work opportunity with flexible hours.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for significant professional growth and leadership development.
• A supportive and innovative team culture.