Executive Assistant

Profession Hub; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Medical Aid

Pension

Job summary

A professional services company is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to support the CEO. This role demands exceptional organisational skills and discretion. You will manage schedules, prepare executive documentation, and ensure confidentiality. A bachelor's degree and fluency in English and Afrikaans are required. The position offers a competitive salary and additional benefits, emphasizing professionalism and reliability in a high-integrity environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a reputable university.
• Fluent in English and Afrikaans.
• Strong computer skills in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Strong computer literacy: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, database software.

Responsibilities

• Manage the CEO’s diary and schedule.
• Prepare agendas and executive correspondence.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive and strategic information.
• Act as first point of contact for the CEO’s office.
• Manage follow-ups, action items, and priority tracking.
• Support executive planning, workflow optimisation, and internal coordination.
• Maintain professional standards in all executive-facing interactions.

Skills

Organisational skills

Discretion

Computer literacy

Reliability

Education

Bachelor's degree (BCom, BA, BSc)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Database software

Job description

Role Overview

The Executive Assistant provides high-level, confidential administrative and operational support to the Executive CEO. This is a senior, trusted support role requiring exceptional organisation, discretion, and reliability within a high-integrity business environment.

The Executive Assistant ensures the CEO’s time, priorities, and information flow are managed seamlessly, enabling effective decision-making and execution at executive level.

This is not a junior assistant role. It requires maturity, sound judgment, professionalism, and absolute attention to detail.

Key Purpose of the Role

• Provide comprehensive executive-level administrative support to the CEO
• Manage schedules, meetings, documentation, and executive communication
• Act as a central coordination point between the CEO, internal teams, and key stakeholders
• Ensure confidentiality, accuracy, and professionalism in all executive matters

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the CEO’s diary, scheduling, and meeting coordination
• Prepare agendas, presentations, reports, and executive correspondence
• Coordinate board meetings and executive-level engagements (logistics and documentation)
• Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive and strategic information
• Act as first point of contact for the CEO’s office
• Manage follow-ups, action items, and priority tracking
• Support executive planning, workflow optimisation, and internal coordination
• Maintain professional standards in all executive-facing interactions

Working Environment

• Office-based role
• Standard business hours (minimum 8 hours per day), with flexibility when required for executive demands
• High-integrity environment with zero tolerance for corruption or unprofessional conduct

Reporting Line

• Reports directly to the Executive CEO

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (BCom, BA, or BSc minimum) from a reputable university
• South African citizen
• Fluent in English (spoken and written) and Afrikaans (spoken)
• Strong computer literacy: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, database software
• Professional, disciplined, and reliable
• Driver’s license advantageous but not mandatory
• No travel required

Competencies & Personal Attributes

• Highly organised and detail-driven
• Discreet, ethical, and trustworthy
• Calm, composed, and professional under pressure
• Assertive yet people-focused
• Reliable, responsible, and disciplined
• Presentable and articulate
• Non-smoker preferred

Package

• Competitive salary package
• Medical Aid, Pension, and other benefits