Junior Administrative Assistant

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 67,000 - 89,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend provided

Flexible remote work

Mentorship and guidance

Job summary

Placements24 is offering a Junior Administrative Assistant internship in a remote setting based near East London. You will support data entry, document formatting, and calendar management while gaining practical experience in a professional administrative environment.

This internship emphasizes learning essential office skills, exposure to MS Office tools, and mentorship from experienced staff, with flexible remote arrangements in the East London region.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Basic understanding of office procedures and administrative tasks
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Eagerness to learn and develop administrative skills
• Good communication and organizational abilities suitable for a remote role

Responsibilities

• Assist with data entry and maintaining accurate records in digital systems.
• Support the preparation and formatting of documents and presentations.
• Handle basic incoming and outgoing correspondence electronically.
• Organize and maintain digital files and records.
• Provide assistance with scheduling virtual meetings and managing calendars.
• Perform other administrative tasks as assigned by the team.

Skills

Data entry

MS Office

Remote work

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client is excited to offer an opportunity for a motivated Junior Administrative Assistant to join their team remotely. This internship provides hands-on experience in a professional administrative setting, supporting various operational tasks. You will learn essential administrative skills, gain exposure to office software, and contribute to the daily functioning of the team. This role is perfect for an individual eager to start their career and gain practical knowledge in a supportive, remote environment, making an impact from day one in East London .

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with data entry and maintaining accurate records in digital systems.


• Support the preparation and formatting of documents and presentations.


• Handle basic incoming and outgoing correspondence electronically.


• Organize and maintain digital files and records.


• Provide assistance with scheduling virtual meetings and managing calendars.


• Perform other administrative tasks as assigned by the team.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; pursuing or holding a relevant qualification is a plus.


• Basic understanding of office procedures and administrative tasks.


• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).


• Eagerness to learn and develop administrative skills.


• Good communication and organizational abilities suitable for a remote role.

Benefits

• Stipend provided, commensurate with an internship role.


• Gain valuable practical experience in an administrative capacity.


• Flexible remote working arrangements.


• Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals.


• Exposure to a professional work environment in the East London region, virtually.