Apprentice Administrative Assistant

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 45,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured training in office admin

Competitive entry-level salary

Mentorship from experienced staff

Career advancement opportunities

Exposure to diverse administrativefunc

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking organized and motivated individuals for Apprentice Administrative Assistants in Kimberley. You will gain exposure to scheduling, correspondence, filing, and basic bookkeeping while learning office management in a professional setting.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, strong written and verbal communication skills, and a proactive attitude. This entry-level position offers structured training and potential for career advancement within the organization.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic computer literacy including Microsoft Office.
• Strong organization and time management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with scheduling appointments, meetings, and managing calendars.
• Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence, including emails, phone calls, and mail.
• Maintain and organize filing systems (physical and digital).
• Prepare documents, reports, and presentations as needed.
• Provide support for basic bookkeeping tasks, such as processing invoices and expenses.
• Greet visitors and provide general information to clients and staff.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking organized and motivated individuals to join their team as Apprentice Administrative Assistants in Kimberley . This is an excellent opportunity to develop foundational administrative and office management skills within a professional setting. You will gain exposure to various aspects of office operations, including scheduling, communication, record-keeping, and basic bookkeeping, supporting the smooth functioning of daily business activities. This role is perfect for individuals looking to build a career in office administration, offering hands-on experience and a supportive environment to learn and grow within a dynamic team.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with scheduling appointments, meetings, and managing calendars.
• Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence, including emails, phone calls, and mail.
• Maintain and organize physical and digital filing systems.
• Prepare documents, reports, and presentations as needed.
• Provide support for basic bookkeeping tasks, such as processing invoices and expenses.
• Greet visitors and provide general information to clients and staff.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proficiency in basic computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• A positive attitude and a willingness to learn new tasks.
• Professional demeanor and good interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Structured training in office administration and business operations.
• Competitive entry-level salary with opportunities for wage increases.
• Exposure to diverse administrative functions in a professional office setting.
• Mentorship from experienced administrative staff.
• Potential for career advancement within the organization.