Executive Assistant Ceo

Exclusively Remote; Cape Town; Remote; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A remote workforce provider is looking for an Executive Assistant to the CEO. The role involves managing schedules, facilitating communication, and supporting business operations directly with the CEO. Ideal candidates should possess strong organizational skills, communicate effectively, and be tech-savvy. This position offers the flexibility of remote work with a focus on proactive support to ensure efficiency in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant or in a similar role.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills are essential.
• Excellent verbal and written communication capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the CEO.
• Efficiently manage the CEO's calendar and appointments.
• Assist in decision-making with insights on operations.

Skills

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Tech-savviness

Problem-solving skills

Tools

Office software

Collaboration tools

Remote working platforms

Job description

Executive Assistant to CEO

Location: Remote

Working Hours: 3 PM 11 PM SAST

About the Role: We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Executive Assistant to support our CEO, who oversees three businesses. This role is critical in keeping the CEO focused, managing priorities, and ensuring the smooth operation of all business activities. The ideal candidate is strategic, tech‑savvy, and capable of thinking outside the box to provide effective support.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high‑level administrative support to the CEO.
• Manage the CEOs calendar, appointments, and meetings efficiently.
• Assist in decision‑making by providing insights for financial and operational matters.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and correspondence as required.
• Anticipate the CEOs needs and proactively manage tasks and priorities.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Ensure confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Streamline processes and implement solutions to improve efficiency.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant or similar role supporting senior executives.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Tech‑savvy with proficiency in office software, collaboration tools, and remote working platforms.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and discretion.
• Ability to work independently and proactively manage tasks.
• Experience in financial or business decision support is an advantage.

Personal Attributes

• Strategic thinker with problem‑solving skills.
• Detail‑oriented and highly organized.
• Adaptable and capable of managing multiple priorities under pressure.

What We Offer

• Remote work with flexible hours (3 PM 11 PM SAST).
• Opportunity to work closely with a dynamic CEO across multiple businesses.
• A challenging and rewarding role with room for growth and development.