Executive Personal Assistant to C-Suite Leader | Hybrid Role

The Recruitment Council; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Medical and wellness benefits

Professional development

Bonus structure

Job summary

The Recruitment Council in Soweto is seeking a highly organized Personal Assistant to support a senior executive. The role offers a hybrid work model with in-office and remote elements, handling complex schedules, travel arrangements, and confidential correspondence to ensure efficient leadership operations.

With at least five years in PA/EA roles, you will deliver professional admin support, prepare reports and presentations, and coordinate with board members and partners to enable outstanding

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience as Personal Assistant or Executive Assistant supporting senior executives.
• Strong background in corporate environments or financial services.
• Advanced MS Office skills and calendar management experience.
• Discrete handling of confidential information and professional communication.
• Proactive, team oriented and able to learn quickly.

Responsibilities

• Manage the executive's complex diary, scheduling and appointments.
• Screen emails, calls and stakeholder correspondence; prioritise tasks.
• Prepare agendas, decks and minutes for meetings; take accurate notes.
• Arrange international travel with itineraries and visas; manage expenses.
• Maintain confidential documents and liaise with internal/external stakeholders.

Skills

Diary management

Executive support

MS Office

English communication

Confidentiality

Education

Business Administration

Office Management

Related field qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Calendar management software

Email management tools

Job description

The Recruitment Council in Soweto is seeking a highly organized Personal Assistant to support a senior executive. The role offers a hybrid work model with in-office and remote elements, handling complex schedules, travel arrangements, and confidential correspondence to ensure efficient leadership operations.

With at least five years in PA/EA roles, you will deliver professional admin support, prepare reports and presentations, and coordinate with board members and partners to enable outstanding