Executive Administrative Assistant

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus structure

Health benefits

Professional development

Dynamic work environment

Prestigious Soweto office location

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Executive Administrative Assistant to support senior leaders in Soweto, Gauteng. The role focuses on managing complex calendars, coordinating high-level meetings, and handling sensitive information with discretion.

The successful candidate will coordinate travel arrangements, prepare confidential reports and presentations, and act as a key liaison with internal and external stakeholders in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in an executive support role.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication with high discretion.

Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize complex calendars for senior executives.
• Coordinate travel arrangements and detailed itineraries.
• Prepare confidential reports, presentations, and correspondence.
• Act as liaison between executives, staff, clients, and partners.
• Organize executive files and maintain strict confidentiality.
• Oversee meeting logistics, room bookings, catering, and materials.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Multitasking

Communication skills

Discretion and professionalism

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and proactive Executive Administrative Assistant to provide comprehensive support to senior management in Soweto . This role is critical in managing complex schedules, coordinating high-level meetings, and handling sensitive information with utmost discretion. You will be instrumental in ensuring the efficiency and effectiveness of the executive team, acting as a key liaison for internal and external stakeholders. This position offers a challenging yet rewarding opportunity for an experienced professional within a reputable organization in Gauteng .

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize complex calendars, scheduling appointments and meetings for senior executives.
• Coordinate travel arrangements, including flights, accommodation, and detailed itineraries.
• Prepare confidential reports, presentations, and correspondence with accuracy and professionalism.
• Act as a liaison between executives and other employees, clients, and external partners.
• Organize and maintain executive files and records with strict confidentiality.
• Handle meeting logistics, including room bookings, catering, and distributing materials.

Requirements

• Extensive experience (5+ years) as an Executive Administrative Assistant or similar role supporting senior leadership.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Exceptional organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.
• Superior written and verbal communication abilities, with strong attention to detail.
• Discretion and a high level of professionalism in handling sensitive information.

Benefits

• Competitive executive salary and bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and executive support training.
• A dynamic and fast-paced work environment.
• Prestigious office location in Soweto .