Executive Assistant To The Ceo

Greys Recruitment; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for an Executive Assistant to support a high-performing CEO in Lone Hill, Fourways, Johannesburg. The role involves managing the CEO's calendar, prioritizing communications, and preparing necessary documentation. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and possesses excellent communication skills. Fluency in French is advantageous. This position offers hybrid work flexibility and is suited for someone who can maintain high-quality output under pressure.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Executive Assistant or Personal Assistant preferred.
• Must be able to manage senior stakeholders effectively.
• Strong work ethic and ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize the CEO's calendar and daily workflow.
• Screen, prioritize, and manage the CEO's communication channels.
• Prepare briefs, meeting agendas, and executive summaries.

Skills

Emotional intelligence

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Stakeholder management

Organizational skills

Job description

Executive Assistant to the CEO Location : Lone Hill, Fourways, Johannesburg (Hybrid / Remote flexibility will be considered) Proposed Start Date : April

Role Overview

The Executive Assistant (EA) will provide high-level administrative and strategic support to the CEO.

This role ensures the CEO's time, priorities, and communication channels are optimally managed.

The ideal candidate is exceptionally organized, proactive, emotionally intelligent, and able to operate at the fast pace required to support a high-performing CEO.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize the CEO's calendar, schedule, and daily workflow.
• Handle professional and personal administrative tasks as required.
• Screen, prioritize, and manage the CEO's inbox and communication channels.
• Prepare briefs, meeting agendas, documents, and executive summaries.
• Assist with follow-ups, track action items, and ensure timely execution.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, including board members.
• Represent the CEO with professionalism, discretion, and strong stakeholder management skills.

Required Competencies

• High emotional intelligence and strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• Meticulous attention to detail and strong administrative rigor.
• Proven ability to manage senior stakeholders.
• Strong work ethic and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Highly organized, structured, and able to work at CEO cadence.

Experience Requirements

• Previous experience as an Executive Assistant or Personal Assistant preferred.
• Priority is a strong CEO–EA fit and alignment with working style.
• Ability to work long and flexible hours to match CEO availability.

Non-Negotiables

• Driven, proactive, and meticulous.
• Consistent high-quality output under pressure.

Added Advantage

• Fluency in French (strong plus).