Junior Administrative Assistant

Placements24; Stellenbosch Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 100,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive on-the-job training and-

Mentorship

Advancement opportunities

Supportive team environment conducive

Job summary

Paarl, Western Cape — Placements24 is seeking a Junior Administrative Assistant to join our client’s team. This entry-level position offers hands-on experience supporting daily office operations and staff, with an emphasis on learning and growth in a professional setting.

We’re looking for a proactive individual with a willingness to learn, basic Microsoft Office skills, and strong organizational and communication abilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Some admin or customer-facing experience is advantageous.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn and a positive attitude.
• Effective written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist with managing office correspondence, including sorting mail and answering phones.
• Provide support in maintaining office filing systems and databases.
• Help coordinate meeting room bookings and basic meeting arrangements.
• Assist in replenishing office supplies and monitoring stock levels.
• Provide general administrative support to team members as required.
• Learn and apply company procedures for various administrative tasks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Organizational skills

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and diligent Junior Administrative Assistant to join their team in Paarl . This entry-level position offers a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to build a career in administration, providing essential support to the office and its staff. The successful candidate will gain hands-on experience in various administrative tasks, contributing to the daily operations and overall efficiency of the organization. We are looking for a proactive individual with a strong desire to learn and grow within a professional setting in the Western Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with managing office correspondence, including sorting mail and answering phones.
• Provide support in maintaining office filing systems and databases.
• Help coordinate meeting room bookings and basic meeting arrangements.
• Assist in replenishing office supplies and monitoring stock levels.
• Provide general administrative support to team members as required.
• Learn and apply company procedures for various administrative tasks.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent qualification required.
• Some experience in an administrative or customer-facing role is advantageous.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Outlook).
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn and a positive, can-do attitude.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary.
• Comprehensive on-the-job training and mentorship.
• Opportunity to gain valuable administrative experience.
• Supportive team environment conducive to learning.
• Potential for advancement within the organization based on performance.