Junior Administrator

Placements24; South Africa; Hybrid; ZAR 100,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Training & mentorship

Exposure to diverse functions

Positive work environment

Job summary

Placements24 in George, South Africa, is seeking a Junior Administrator to support the team with day-to-day office duties, scheduling, and documentation. This entry-level role offers a great opportunity to develop foundational administrative skills within a professional setting.

You will gain exposure to various business functions, learn effective office procedures, and work in a collaborative, mentor-supported environment with regular performance reviews.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; further education or certifications are a plus.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational capabilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in George.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to management and staff, including scheduling and correspondence.
• Assist with preparing reports, presentations, and other documents.
• Manage and organize digital and physical filing systems.
• Handle incoming inquiries via phone and email, responding or directing them appropriately.
• Support the coordination of office events and team activities.
• Perform data entry and maintain databases with accuracy.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Tools

MS Office

Email/Calendar management

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an enthusiastic Junior Administrator to support their team in George . This entry-level position offers a fantastic opportunity to develop administrative skills within a professional setting. You will play a key role in assisting with various day-to-day tasks that keep the office running smoothly, gaining exposure to different facets of business operations. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, possesses strong foundational administrative skills, and is keen to grow their career within the company.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to management and staff, including scheduling and correspondence.
• Assist with preparing reports, presentations, and other documents.
• Manage and organize digital and physical filing systems.
• Handle incoming inquiries via phone and email, responding or directing them appropriately.
• Support the coordination of office events and team activities.
• Perform data entry and maintain databases with accuracy.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; further education or certifications are a plus.
• Basic understanding of office procedures and administrative tasks.
• Proficiency with standard office software, particularly MS Office.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational capabilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in George .

Benefits

• Starting salary with regular reviews for growth.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility.
• Comprehensive training and mentorship opportunities.
• Exposure to diverse business functions.
• Positive and collaborative work environment.