Facilities Assistant (Cape Town)

CXP are now part of the Huntswood Group; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntswood Group is seeking a highly organized Personal Administrative Assistant to support a high-profile individual in Sandton. This role demands discretion, confidentiality, and superb calendar and travel coordination to ensure seamless personal and professional operations.

The successful candidate will manage complex schedules, screen communications, prepare documents, and handle errands with meticulous attention to detail, delivering polished, proactive executive support and maintaining a

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a Personal Administrative Assistant or Executive Assistant.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex schedules and high-level travel arrangements.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with various digital tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage a complex and dynamic personal and professional calendar, scheduling appointments, meetings, and events.
• Coordinate domestic and international travel arrangements, including flights, accommodation, and itineraries.
• Handle all incoming and outgoing correspondence, screening calls, and managing email communications with discretion.
• Prepare, proofread, and edit documents, reports, and presentations.
• Manage personal and business-related errands and tasks as required.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and exercise sound judgment in all matters.

Skills

Personal Administrative Assistant

Microsoft Office Suite

Time management

Communication skills

Job description

Our client is seeking a highly organized, proactive, and discreet Personal Administrative Assistant to provide dedicated support to a high-profile individual in Sandton . This demanding role requires exceptional attention to detail, excellent time management, and the ability to anticipate needs and manage complex schedules, travel, and communications. The successful candidate will act as a key liaison, ensuring the smooth personal and professional operations of their principal, requiring absolute confidentiality and a polished, professional demeanor at all times.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a complex and dynamic personal and professional calendar, scheduling appointments, meetings, and events.
• Coordinate domestic and international travel arrangements, including flights, accommodation, and itineraries.
• Handle all incoming and outgoing correspondence, screening calls, and managing email communications with discretion.
• Prepare, proofread, and edit documents, reports, and presentations.
• Manage personal and business-related errands and tasks as required.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and exercise sound judgment in all matters.

Requirements

• Extensive experience as a Personal Administrative Assistant or Executive Assistant.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex schedules and high-level travel arrangements.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with various digital tools.
• Exceptional organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and superior time management.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with a professional and discreet demeanor.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and handle sensitive information with utmost confidentiality