Junior Administrative Assistant

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 100,000 - 167,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement savings contributions

Paid annual leave

Sick leave

Mentorship from experienced staff

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Administrative Assistant to join our busy Richards Bay office. This on-site, full-time role offers an excellent entry point into a career in administration and hands-on support to the team in a coastal community.

You'll learn essential administrative routines, from phone handling and filing to data entry, document preparation, and basic reporting, while developing valuable skills in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; certificate in office administration is advantageous.
• Basic proficiency in Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Strong communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support, including answering phones.
• Assist with filing, data entry, and maintaining organized records.
• Support document preparation and basic report generation.
• Help manage office supplies and reception area.
• Handle mail and deliveries efficiently.
• Assist with ad-hoc administrative projects.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Office administration certificate

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and organized Junior Administrative Assistant to join their busy office in Richards Bay . This entry-level position is perfect for an individual eager to build a career in administration, providing essential support to the team and contributing to the efficient functioning of the office. You will gain hands-on experience in a variety of administrative tasks, learning valuable skills in a supportive environment. This role is based on-site, offering a fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in a professional setting and develop foundational administrative competencies within a vibrant coastal community.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support, including answering phones and managing correspondence.
• Assist with filing, data entry, and maintaining organized records.
• Support colleagues with preparing documents and basic report generation.
• Help manage office supplies and ensure the reception area is tidy and presentable.
• Handle incoming and outgoing mail and deliveries efficiently.
• Undertake basic research tasks and assist with ad-hoc administrative projects.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; a certificate in office administration is advantageous.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Good organizational skills and a keen eye for detail.
• A positive attitude and a willingness to learn and take on new tasks.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with team members.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary with opportunities for annual reviews.
• Full-time, on-site employment offering stability and structure.
• Access to medical aid and retirement savings contributions.
• Paid annual leave and sick leave benefits.
• A supportive learning environment with mentorship from experienced staff.