Executive Assistant to CEO | Calendar & Travel Pro

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 750,000 - 1,050,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton seeks an exceptionally skilled Personal Assistant to support the CEO in a high-profile, deadline-driven environment. You will manage complex schedules, coordinate international travel, and handle confidential communications with discretion and professionalism.

You will liaise with internal teams and external partners, prepare executive documents, and ensure smooth day-to-day operations while upholding the highest standards of confidentiality and integrity.

Qualifications

• Extensive proven experience as Personal/Executive Assistant to C-level executives (CEOs preferred).
• Exceptional proficiency in Microsoft Office and virtual collaboration tools.
• Outstanding organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.
• High level of discretion, integrity, and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Manage CEO's demanding calendar, scheduling meetings and resolving conflicts.
• Arrange complex domestic and international travel, including visas and itineraries.
• Prepare, proofread, and edit correspondence, reports, and presentations.
• Screen communications and act as primary point of contact and gatekeeper.
• Coordinate logistics for executive meetings, board sessions, and events.
• Maintain confidentiality and security of sensitive information and records.
• Conduct background research for meetings and decision-making materials.
• Manage expense reports, reimbursements, and assist with budget tracking.
• Proactively anticipate the CEO's needs and provide proactive support.
• Liaise with internal departments and external stakeholders on behalf of the CEO.

Skills

Calendar management

Travel coordination

Executive support

Discretion

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Placements24 in Sandton seeks an exceptionally skilled Personal Assistant to support the CEO in a high-profile, deadline-driven environment. You will manage complex schedules, coordinate international travel, and handle confidential communications with discretion and professionalism.

You will liaise with internal teams and external partners, prepare executive documents, and ensure smooth day-to-day operations while upholding the highest standards of confidentiality and integrity.