Executive Administrative Assistant

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive salary & incentives

Hybrid work model

Medical and retirement benefits

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an Executive Administrative Assistant to support senior leaders in Nelspruit, providing proactive calendar management, travel planning, and high-level communication. The role emphasizes discretion, integrity, and the ability to manage complex tasks in a fast-paced environment.

You will liaise with internal and external stakeholders, prepare professional documents, and ensure smooth operations across the executive office, with a flexible hybrid work model in Mpumalanga's

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of experience supporting C-level executives.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Exceptional organizational skills, time management, and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate complex executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments.
• Prepare, proofread, and edit correspondence, reports, and presentations.
• Arrange domestic and international travel, including flights, accommodation, and itineraries.
• Screen and prioritize incoming communications, acting as a gatekeeper when necessary.
• Handle highly confidential information with the utmost integrity and discretion.

Skills

Executive support

Calendar management

Travel coordination

Communication

Discretion

Tools

Microsoft Office

Travel booking systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly polished and experienced Executive Administrative Assistant to provide dedicated support to senior leadership in Nelspruit . This critical role demands exceptional organizational skills, discretion, and the ability to anticipate needs and proactively manage complex tasks. You will be instrumental in ensuring the efficient operation of the executive office, managing schedules, communications, and travel arrangements. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to work closely with top executives in a dynamic environment, contributing to key decisions and operations in Mpumalanga's gateway city, Nelspruit .

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate complex executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments.
• Prepare, proofread, and edit correspondence, reports, and presentations.
• Arrange domestic and international travel, including flights, accommodation, and itineraries.
• Screen and prioritize incoming communications, acting as a gatekeeper when necessary.
• Handle highly confidential information with the utmost integrity and discretion.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders on behalf of executives.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of experience supporting C-level executives.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Exceptional organizational skills, time management, and problem-solving abilities.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to handle sensitive information discreetly and professionally.
• Experience with travel booking and expense reporting systems is essential.

Benefits

• A leading executive salary and performance incentives.
• Flexible hybrid work model.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Engage with leadership in a pivotal role in Nelspruit .