Executive Assistant

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development

Executive exposure

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Executive Assistant to support senior management in a hybrid Welkom-based role. You will manage complex calendars, coordinate travel, and prepare confidential documents, serving as a gatekeeper for executive communications.

The ideal candidate will have proven EA experience with C-level executives, advanced MS Office skills, exceptional organization, and the ability to work in a hybrid environment balancing remote and in-office duties.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant supporting C-level executives.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Exceptional organizational, time-management, and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, balancing remote and in-office duties.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain complex calendars for senior executives, including scheduling meetings and appointments.
• Arrange domestic and international travel, including flights, accommodation, and ground transportation.
• Prepare and edit correspondence, reports, presentations, and other documents.
• Screen and prioritize phone calls and emails, acting as a liaison between executives and others.
• Handle confidential information with the utmost discretion and professionalism.

Skills

Executive support

Calendar management

Travel coordination

Communication

Discretion

Time management

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client requires a highly competent and discreet Executive Assistant to support senior management in Welkom . This hybrid role demands exceptional organizational skills, proactivity, and the ability to anticipate the needs of executives. You will be responsible for managing complex schedules, coordinating travel, preparing confidential documents, and acting as a gatekeeper for executive communications. This position is pivotal in ensuring the efficiency and effectiveness of our leadership team, offering a dynamic and challenging work experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain complex calendars for senior executives, including scheduling meetings and appointments.
• Arrange domestic and international travel, including flights, accommodation, and ground transportation.
• Prepare and edit correspondence, reports, presentations, and other documents.
• Screen and prioritize phone calls and emails, acting as a liaison between executives and others.
• Handle confidential information with the utmost discretion and professionalism.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant supporting C-level executives.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Exceptional organizational, time-management, and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, balancing remote and in-office duties.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Retirement savings plan with employer match.
• Opportunities for professional development and executive exposure.
• A professional and dynamic work environment.