Global Human Capital Assistant - Exec Support & Projects

Ninety One; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Ninety One, an independent global asset manager based in South Africa, is seeking an organised HR/Administration professional in Cape Town to support the Human Capital team across time zones. The role focuses on diary management, travel coordination and executive assistance for senior leaders.

You will handle travel planning, expenses in Oracle, formatting materials, coordinating events and helping with learning initiatives. A tertiary qualification and 3 years of admin experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• A tertiary level qualification.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in an administrative role, preferably in HR or a related field.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work accurately under pressure.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn and take on new challenges.
• Ability to work flexible working hours due to the nature of the role.
• A willingness to develop skills in automation and data/AI enabled tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage diaries and coordinate meetings across time zones and regions, including for the HC Executive (Cape Town based) and Global Head of Organisation Development (London based).
• Plan and coordinate international and domestic travel, including flights, accommodation and visas where required for the HC team.
• Assist the broader HC team as required.
• Manage and reconcile expenses on Oracle for the HC Executive & Global Head of Organisation.
• Support in formatting presentations, reports and other documents.
• Organise and coordinate offsites and other team events including logistics, venues and event budgets.
• Coordinate learning and development initiatives, including registration and venue booking.
• Perform ad-hoc tasks and projects as required.

Skills

Administrative support

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Time management

Education

Tertiary qualification

Tools

Oracle (expenses)

Job description

Ninety One, an independent global asset manager based in South Africa, is seeking an organised HR/Administration professional in Cape Town to support the Human Capital team across time zones. The role focuses on diary management, travel coordination and executive assistance for senior leaders.

You will handle travel planning, expenses in Oracle, formatting materials, coordinating events and helping with learning initiatives. A tertiary qualification and 3 years of admin experience are preferred.