Executive Personal Assistant

Sandi Crowther Recruitment; Durban; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Executive Personal Assistant in Durban, South Africa. The role involves managing complex schedules and providing high-level support to multiple executives. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, tech-savvy, and possess excellent communication skills. They will coordinate meetings, prepare reports, and support office operations. The position offers a competitive salary package between R 30,000 - R 35,000.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Executive PA or in a similar role.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate between Owners, executives, and staff.
• Manage complex diaries, meetings, and travel logistics.
• Prepare presentations, reports, and confidential communications.
• Support HR administration and office operations.

Skills

Executive Personal Assistant

Time Management

Office 365

Administration

Communication Skills

Education

Relevant degree (preferred)

Tools

Office 365

Google Docs

Adobe Sign

Xero

Job description

Reference: DUR003521-JK-1

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Executive Personal Assistant - A Role for a True Powerhouse

Are you a sharp highly organised take‑charge Executive PA who thrives at the centre of fast‑moving high‑level decision‑making? This is a rare opportunity for an exceptional Personal Assistant to work closely with the Owners across multiple boards and diverse businesses becoming a trusted right‑hand partner rather than just support.

This role is for someone who thinks ahead, connects the dots, communicates effortlessly with senior executives and uses technology intelligently to simplify complexity.

Duties & Responsibilities

What you’ll be doing:

• Acting as the central point of coordination between the Owners, executives, staff, clients and suppliers
• Managing complex diaries, meetings, travel logistics and confidential communications
• Preparing presentations, reports, minutes and monthly management packs
• Overseeing office administration, infrastructure and day‑to‑day operational support
• Supporting HR administration including recruitment documentation, payroll support and leave schedules
• Running professional and personal errands with discretion and efficiency
• Improving systems, processes and workflows using technology and AI tools

Who you are:

• An experienced Executive PA with a confident strong personality and exceptional judgement
• Highly organised, detail‑driven and able to juggle multiple priorities with ease
• A natural communicator with excellent written and verbal English
• Tech‑savvy and curious, eager to learn new software and have experience working with AI to work smarter
• Discreet, trustworthy and comfortable operating at executive and board level

What you bring:

• Relevant experience in a senior PA / Executive Assistant role (Degree preferred)
• Outstanding administration, time management and customer service skills
• Strong knowledge of Office 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and experience with tools such as Teams, Adobe Sign, Xero, Mailchimp and more

Package & Remuneration

R 30 000 - R 35 000

Required Experience: Junior IC

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