Personal Assistant

Merand Recruitment; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 20 000 - 40 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive Personal Assistant to support the MD in a dynamic environment. This role is crucial for ensuring seamless operations and enhancing productivity through exceptional administrative and logistical skills. The ideal candidate will possess strong project management capabilities and emotional intelligence, allowing them to anticipate needs and manage priorities effectively. If you're organized, calm under pressure, and ready to take on diverse responsibilities, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in a large organization.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years experience in a similar support role.
• Proven ability to manage the MD's calendar and correspondence.

Responsibilities

• Enhance the MD's efficiency across all responsibilities.
• Organize meetings and manage logistics for travel arrangements.

Skills

Project Management

Administrative Skills

Logistical Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Discretion with Sensitive Information

Education

Senior Certificate (NQF 4)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Title: Personal Assistant to the MD

Our client is seeking a dynamic Personal Assistant to the MD of a large company.

You will play a pivotal role in enhancing the MD's efficiency and effectiveness across all areas of responsibility. This role requires a proactive individual with strong project management capabilities, exceptional administrative and logistical skills, and a high level of emotional intelligence.

Anticipating needs, managing priorities, and ensuring seamless day-to-day operations are critical to success in this position.

Qualifications & Experience

• Senior certificate (NQF 4)
• 5 - 7 years experience in a similar support role

Requirements

• SA citizen
• Code B driver's license and own reliable transport
• Primarily office-based with occasional travel
• Available outside regular office hours and able to respond on short notice
• Handle personal matters and errands as needed

Capabilities & Competencies

• Efficient admin & proactive project support
• Professional management of the MD's calendar, correspondence, and documentation
• Organising meetings and taking/distributing accurate minutes
• Logistics and travel arrangements, including for personal and family needs
• Reconciliation and reporting skills, especially regarding invoices and data
• High level of discretion with sensitive information
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office
• Calm under pressure and ability to meet tight deadlines
• Organised filing systems and high-quality output in presentations/documents

Key Performance Indicators

• Efficient and cost-effective use of resources
• High standard of client communication
• Effective management of schedule, travel, and meetings
• Positive stakeholder engagement and relationship building
• Accurate admin, logistical, and reporting tasks

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.