Executive Assistant - 15583

Somewhere; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 971,000 - 1,457,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Job summary

A fast-scaling e-commerce company is seeking an Executive Assistant who will manage business operations and support the founder directly. The ideal candidate should have 4-8 years of experience supporting high-level executives and be familiar with e-commerce platforms like Amazon and Shopify. This role requires extreme attention to detail and strong digital skills, offering a flexible remote work setting within South Africa and LATAM.

Qualifications

• 4-8 years prior EA experience preferred.
• Strong digital and organizational skills are essential.
• Proficiency in project management platforms is a plus.
• Proficient in Google Suite, MS Office, and project management tools.
• Ability to work independently with minimal oversight.

Responsibilities

• Manage founder’s calendar and inbox.
• Oversee tasks and workflows across multiple projects.
• Support e-commerce operations such as Amazon and Shopify.
• Conduct research, prepare reports, and manage documentation.
• Act as a gatekeeper ensuring accuracy and reliability.

Skills

EA experience supporting founders/CEOs

E-commerce familiarity

Digital and organizational skills

Proficiency in Google Suite and MS Office

Ability to work independently

Tools

Google Suite

MS Office

Project management tools

Job description

Executive Assistant

Location: Texas, USA (Remote) - South Africa/LATAM
Industry: E-commerce & Trading (multi-brand, strong growth trajectory)
Employment Model: Independent contractor | Full-time Salary: Competitive salary (USD) Start Date: As soon as possible
Time Zone: Flexible, CST/EST

Company Overview

Our client is a fast-scaling e-commerce and trading company, projected to reach $10M in revenue this year. The company has a growing global team and are excited to bring on another forward thinker into the pack.
Team Culture: Fast-moving, growth-oriented, and global. The company values proactive, trustworthy, detail-oriented professionals who can scale alongside the business.

Role Overview

As the Executive Assistant, you will play a key role in managing business operations and supporting the founder directly. The role requires someone who can think critically, execute with precision, and support both administrative and e-commerce functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage founder’s calendar, scheduling, travel, and inbox
• Oversee workflows, task management, and follow-ups across multiple projects/brands
• Support e-commerce operations (Amazon, Shopify, email campaigns, etc.)
• Conduct research, prepare reports, and manage documentation
• Act as a detail-oriented gatekeeper, ensuring accuracy and reliability in deliverables

Hard Skills Required

• 4-8 years prior EA experience supporting founders/CEOs
• E-commerce familiarity (Amazon/Shopify/email marketing exposure preferred)
• Strong digital and organizational skills — SOP creation, reporting, and task management
• Proficiency in Google Suite, MS Office, and project management platforms
• Ability to work independently with minimal oversight

Soft Skills Required

• Extreme attention to detail (non-negotiable).
• Proactive problem-solver and strong critical thinker.
• Trustworthy, reliable, and mature presence.
• Able to anticipate needs and think ahead rather than wait for instructions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Administrative