Executive Personal Assistant (KZN)

Talent Fox SA; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Durban is seeking an Executive Personal Assistant to provide high-level support to the COO. The role requires strong organisational skills, excellent communication abilities, and the capacity to work independently. Ideal candidates should have over 3 years of experience at an executive level and be professional and personable. This position offers a competitive package of R35,000 CTC, with occasional travel to major cities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years’ experience as a Personal Assistant at Executive or Board level.
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills, with high attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive-level administrative support to the COO.
• Manage complex calendars, travel arrangements, and meeting coordination.
• Prepare board packs, presentations, reports, and confidential documents.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Multitasking

People skills

Job description

Position: Executive Personal Assistant

Location: Durban (with occasional travel to JHB, CT, PE)

Package: R35 000 Total CTC (Slightly Negotiable)

Start Date: Urgent Position

About the Role

Our client in the logistics sector is seeking a dynamic, polished, and experienced Executive Personal Assistant to provide high-level support to a senior executive overseeing national operations. This is a critical, fast-paced role that requires someone who is professional, proactive, and personable, with the ability to work independently and engage confidently with senior stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide executive-level administrative support to the COO
• Manage complex calendars, travel arrangements, and meeting coordination
• Liaise with internal and external executive teams across KZN, Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Port Elizabeth
• Prepare board packs, presentations, reports, and confidential documents
• Coordinate and attend meetings, take minutes, and follow up on action items
• Maintain a high level of discretion and confidentiality
• Assist with oversight of regional offices and projects
• Support in both business and occasional personal tasks as required
• Act as a gatekeeper and trusted liaison
  

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum 3+ years’ experience as a Personal Assistant at Executive or Board level, within a corporate environment
• Experience interacting with executive teams and board members
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills, with high attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and work independently
• Ability to travel occasionally as needed
• Professional and presentable with a corporate, formal image
• Strong sense of authority and confidence in representing the executive
• Excellent Microsoft Office proficiency
  

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Own reliable transport is essential
• Flexible and adaptable – willing to assist outside standard office hours when required
• High energy, warm personality, and sense of humour
• Not shy or reserved – must be a people person with strong interpersonal skills
• Confident, poised, and able to hold their own in executive settings

If you thrive in a fast-paced corporate environment and have a passion for high-level support roles, we invite you to apply for this exciting and urgent opportunity.

To apply, send your CV to [e-mail] with the reference EXECUTIVE PA.

Due to the large volume of responses, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.