Administrative Team Lead

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Career growth

Competitive pay

Supportive culture

Leadership development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Administrative Team Lead to guide our administrative support group in Randburg, Gauteng. You will supervise daily operations, mentor team members, and implement best practices to improve efficiency and service quality in a hybrid work setting.

The ideal candidate has proven supervisory experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and admin software. Join a dynamic company focused on teamwork and growth.

Qualifications

• Must have proven supervisory or team-leading experience in administration.
• Strong leadership, coaching and motivational skills are essential.
• Excellent organizational, time-management and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and administrative software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to delegate and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and supervise the administrative support team.
• Assign tasks and manage team workload for efficiency.
• Develop and implement administrative procedures and protocols.
• Monitor performance and provide feedback and training.
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of tasks.
• Act as escalation point for complex administrative issues.
• Collaborate with departments to meet administrative needs.
• Manage office supplies, equipment, and vendor relationships.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of processes.
• Foster a collaborative, high-performing team environment.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Problem-solving

Time management

Education

Administrative qualification or certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Administrative software

Job description

About the Role Our client is seeking an experienced and motivated Administrative Team Lead to oversee and guide their administrative support team in Randburg, Gauteng . This role is pivotal in ensuring the efficient delivery of administrative services across various departments. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the day-to-day activities of the team, providing mentorship, and implementing best practices to enhance productivity and service quality. If you are a natural leader with strong organizational skills and a passion for fostering a positive team environment, this is an excellent opportunity to advance your career within a respected company in Gauteng , with the added benefit of a hybrid work structure.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and supervise the administrative support team.
• Assign tasks and manage team workload to ensure efficient operations.
• Develop and implement administrative procedures and protocols.
• Monitor team performance and provide regular feedback and training.
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of administrative tasks.
• Act as a point of escalation for complex administrative issues.
• Collaborate with other departments to understand and meet their administrative needs.
• Manage office supplies, equipment, and vendor relationships.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of administrative processes.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a supervisory or team lead role within administration, ideally in Randburg, Gauteng .
• Strong leadership, coaching, and motivational skills.
• Excellent organizational, time-management, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with administrative software.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to effectively delegate and manage multiple priorities.
• A proactive approach to identifying and addressing team challenges.
• Relevant administrative qualification or certification is a plus.
• Comfortable with managing a team in a hybrid work environment.
• Must be based in or near Gauteng .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Opportunity to lead and develop a dedicated administrative team.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Professional growth and leadership development opportunities.
• Work within a dynamic and supportive company culture in Randburg .
• Contribute to the efficiency and success of operations in Gauteng .