Administrative Team Lead - Exec Support & Office Ops

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Administrative Assistant in Soweto to oversee and direct administrative functions. You will lead a team, manage complex calendars, coordinate executive meetings and travel, and implement improved workflows to boost productivity.

The role requires strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills, with a focus on discretion and professional interaction across staff and partners. This is a full-time, on-site position in South Africa.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as an Administrative Assistant, with at least 2 years in a lead or supervisory role.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and multitasking abilities.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in process improvement and administrative system implementation.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and mentor a team of administrative staff and support staff.
• Oversee daily office operations, ensuring efficiency, organization, and adherence to company policies.
• Manage complex calendars and coordinate executive-level meetings and travel arrangements.
• Develop and implement improved administrative procedures and workflows.
• Act as a primary point of contact for staff, visitors, and external partners, ensuring professional interaction.
• Manage office supplies, equipment, and vendor relationships.
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with the utmost discretion.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

MS Office

Calendar management

Communication

Process improvement

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Administrative Assistant in Soweto to oversee and direct administrative functions. You will lead a team, manage complex calendars, coordinate executive meetings and travel, and implement improved workflows to boost productivity.

The role requires strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills, with a focus on discretion and professional interaction across staff and partners. This is a full-time, on-site position in South Africa.