Executive Personal Assistant (Contract)

Sapientis Talent Management Pty. Ltd.; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for an experienced Executive Personal Assistant to support the CEO in a dynamic retail sector environment based in Cape Town. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in executive support and the ability to thrive in fast-paced settings. Immediate availability is required. Competitive salary and a short-term contract are offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience as a Personal Assistant for Management.
• 3+ years executive assistant experience supporting top-level management.
• Experience with travel coordination.

Responsibilities

• Support the CEO with personal assistant duties.
• Ensure effective communication and organisation.
• Handle travel arrangements and itinerary planning.

Skills

Fluent English

Organisational skills

Dynamic personality

Personal computer proficiency

Education

Diploma in Office Management/Administration

Degree in Administration/International Relations

Tools

Microsoft Office

Zoom

MsTeams

SAP

TravelIT system

Job description

We are currently recruiting for a seasoned and mature Executive Personal Assistant for an urgent opportunity to support the CEO of a giant in the retail sector for a short-term contract.

This position requires a well organised, dynamic and loyal individual who thrives in a fast paced environment.

Please note that this role requires a candidate who can start immediately.

Minimum Requirements/Criteria include:

• Diploma in Office Management, Administration, Secretarial or similar
• Advantageous – Degree in Administration / International Relations
• 5 + years of experience as an Personal Assistant / Admin Support for Management level preferably within the retail sector
• Minimum of 3 years relevant and practical executive assistant experience or background (i.e. support of CEO/MD/CFO/COO/GM level) (essential)
• The ability to fluently speak, read and write English and one other South African language
• Personal computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel – Advanced Level

• Knowledge and experience dealing travelling coordination (local and international)
• Working knowledge of SAP
• Knowledge of the TravelIT system
• Proficiency in virtual communication (Zoom, MsTeams)

Location: Successful incumbent will primarily be based on the Cape Town (Northern Suburbs)

Closing date: 25 September 2023

To apply or for further information please send us a detailed CV (in MS Word format), along with availability / notice period details – via email to [e-mail] (EA_WP)

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