Executive Assistant - Manufacturing

Hire Resolve; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Johannesburg seeks an Executive Assistant to provide administrative support to the Executive Team. The ideal candidate will exhibit strong organizational and communication skills, manage calendars and appointments, and handle confidential information with discretion. This role requires a Matric qualification and proficiency in Microsoft Office, with the opportunity to work on various special projects.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Executive or Office Assistant.
• Matric qualification; secretarial studies advantageous.
• Ability to handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Manage executive calendars and travel arrangements.
• Prepare meeting agendas and track action items.
• Prioritize communications and organize events.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Education

Matric (Grade 12)

Secretarial studies

Tools

Microsoft Office

STRUMIS

Job description

Our client is looking for an Executive Assistant to join their team in Johannesburg, Gauteng. The successful candidate will provide high-level administrative and secretarial support to the Executive Team, ensuring efficient scheduling, coordination of meetings, travel arrangements, and communication management. The role requires meticulous attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and coordinate executive calendars; schedule meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements.
  
  
• Confirm appointments daily and provide the next day’s schedule in advance.
  
  
• Prepare meeting agendas, take minutes, and track action items.
  
  
• Prioritize and manage incoming communications, including email and phone calls.
  
  
• Organize meetings, conferences, and events—handling all logistics and follow-ups.
  
  
• Prepare correspondence, presentations, and reports.
  
  
• Liaise professionally with internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders.
  
  
• Manage travel bookings, visa applications, and related documentation well in advance.
  
  
• Track budgets and report monthly to the Executive Team.
  
  
• Handle special projects and initiatives as assigned.
  
  
• Maintain and update email databases and marketing materials.
  
  
• Assist with personal tasks and errands for executives as required.
  
  
• Ensure compliance with quality standards in coordination with the Quality Manager.
  
  
• Lead or participate in regular meetings as scheduled.
  
  

Requirements:

• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant, Office Assistant, or in a similar role.
  
  
• Matric (Grade 12) qualification; secretarial studies is an advantage.
  
  
• Strong computer literacy in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Internet).
  
  
• Familiarity with STRUMIS (training provided if necessary).
  
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  
  
• High levels of integrity, honesty, and confidentiality.
  
  
• Ability to work under pressure, manage stress, and maintain poise.
  
  
• Strong self-awareness, openness to feedback, and team orientation.
  
  
• Personable, emotionally intelligent, with a sense of humor.
  
  
• Balanced approach to work and personal life.
  
  

Benefits:

• Salary: negotiable.

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We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.

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