Durban Junior Admin Assistant — Hybrid & Training

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Administrative Assistant in Durban to support the Client Services team. The role focuses on answering client inquiries, handling documents, and maintaining records with accuracy.

You will assist with meeting materials, scheduling, and general office duties in a hybrid work setting, contributing to a professional financial services environment in Durban.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; further administrative qualifications are a plus.
• Experience in an administrative or customer-facing role is advantageous.
• Proficiency in English with strong written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Respond to client inquiries via phone and email in a prompt and professional manner.
• Assist with preparation and organization of client meeting materials and presentations.
• Maintain and update client records in the CRM system accurately.
• Process and manage incoming and outgoing mail and correspondence.
• Schedule client appointments and manage the department's shared calendar.
• Provide general administrative support, including filing, photocopying, scanning, and data entry.
• Coordinate client events or workshops and liaise with other departments.
• Support team members with ad-hoc administrative tasks as needed.
• Ensure office supplies are stocked and organized.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Proactive attitude

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Administrative Assistant in Durban to support the Client Services team. The role focuses on answering client inquiries, handling documents, and maintaining records with accuracy.

You will assist with meeting materials, scheduling, and general office duties in a hybrid work setting, contributing to a professional financial services environment in Durban.