Executive Support Specialist – Cape Town

Placements24

Cape Town

On-site

ZAR 180,000 - 240,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary
Health insurance
Paid time off
Professional development
Cape Town location
Supportive work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Administrative Assistant to join their team in Cape Town. The role provides essential support to the executive team and contributes to smooth daily operations in the Western Cape.

You will handle calendar management, travel arrangements, correspondence, and event coordination while maintaining confidentiality and a high standard of professionalism. The position offers growth within a dynamic business environment in Cape Town.

Qualifications

  • Previous experience as an Administrative Assistant or in a similar support role.
  • Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Discretion and a high level of confidentiality.
  • Proactive approach and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive administrative support to senior management, including calendar management and travel arrangements.
  • Manage incoming and outgoing communications, including emails, phone calls, and mail.
  • Prepare reports, presentations, and other documents as required, ensuring accuracy and clarity.
  • Organize and coordinate meetings, taking minutes and distributing action items.
  • Maintain office filing systems, both physical and digital, ensuring easy retrieval of information.
  • Assist with the onboarding process for new employees and manage office records.

Skills

Administrative experience
Organizational skills
MS Office proficiency
Written & verbal communication
Discretion & confidentiality
Independent work

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Administrative Assistant to join their team in Cape Town. The role provides essential support to the executive team and contributes to smooth daily operations in the Western Cape.

You will handle calendar management, travel arrangements, correspondence, and event coordination while maintaining confidentiality and a high standard of professionalism. The position offers growth within a dynamic business environment in Cape Town.

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