Executive Assistant

iStaff Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to support two directors. The ideal candidate should have a suitable degree and at least 5 years of experience in a corporate environment. Responsibilities include diary management, travel arrangements, and liaising with stakeholders. Strong proficiency in Microsoft applications and attention to detail are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years working as an EA in a corporate setting.
• Able to work under pressure and manage tight deadlines.
• Experience with consulting or retainer-based executive recruiting preferred.

Responsibilities

• EA to 2 Directors.
• Liaising with internal and external stakeholders.
• Travel arrangements (local and international).
• Prepare expense reports and ensure accuracy.

Skills

Proficient in Microsoft applications

Proofreading and editing documents

Typing speed of 50 to 60+ wpm

Experience transcribing dictation

Strong attention to detail

Education

Suitable undergraduate degree or diploma

Job description

Minimum Requirements

• A suitable undergraduate degree or diploma
• Proficient in Microsoft applications - Intermediate to Advanced level
• Well spoken
• Experience proofreading and editing of documents
• Typing speed of 50 to 60+ wpm
• Experience in transcribing dictation
• At least 5 years working as an EA in a corporate setting
• Prior experience with a consulting or retainer-based executive recruiting is firm preferred

Other requirements

• You will need to come out of a highly pressurised environment where you\'ve had to manage tight deadlines
• You are very detailed in what you do
• You have a mature personality and be able to handle stress
• You are a fast learner
• Understand volumes, working under pressure
• Able to work to tight deadlines and working through volumes of paper
• Can work independently
• Able to work long hours when needed
• Position required you to work 3 or 4 days in the office

Duties and Responsibilities

• EA to 2 Directors
• Internal and external diary management
• Liaising with internal and external stakeholders
• Travel arrangements (local and international)
• Prepare expense reports and ensure accuracy of the allocation of client-related expenses
• Provide assistance to QA, social functions, front desk and IT as needed
• See projects from start to finish and ensure they run to a high quality and smoothly
• Proactively communicating with various clients

PLEASE NOTE : Thank you for your interest in this position, we will review and be in touch if you are suitable.

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