Junior Administrator

Placements24; Stellenbosch Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 134,000 - 179,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting salary

Structured training and mentorship

Exposure to admin facets in Paarl

Health coverage

Friendly team environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl is seeking a motivated Junior Administrator to support the team in a hybrid work setting, handling daily clerical tasks and learning essential office management skills.

You will assist with filing, data entry, scheduling, reception duties, and finish tasks with MS Office proficiency while collaborating with colleagues.

This entry-level position offers structured training, mentorship, health benefits, and growth opportunities within the Paarl office.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; admin certification is a plus.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Eagerness to learn and a proactive attitude toward tasks.
• Ability to work independently and in a hybrid setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support, including answering phones and managing emails.
• Assist with filing, document preparation, and data entry tasks.
• Coordinate office supplies and maintain a tidy and organized workspace.
• Support team members with scheduling and logistical arrangements.
• Greet visitors and manage reception duties during designated times.
• Learn and apply new administrative processes and software as needed.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Word

Excel

Outlook

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Admin certification (plus)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Junior Administrator to support their team in Paarl . This entry-level position is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a career in administration, offering hands‑on experience in a supportive environment. You will assist with a variety of daily administrative tasks, learning essential office management skills and contributing to the overall efficiency of the office. This hybrid role allows for valuable in‑person collaboration and learning, coupled with remote flexibility on designated days.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support, including answering phones and managing emails.
• Assist with filing, document preparation, and data entry tasks.
• Coordinate office supplies and maintain a tidy and organized workspace.
• Support team members with scheduling and logistical arrangements.
• Greet visitors and manage reception duties during designated times.
• Learn and apply new administrative processes and software as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; further education or certification in administration is a plus.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong organizational skills and a keen eye for detail.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Eagerness to learn and a proactive attitude towards tasks.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in a hybrid setting .

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary with opportunities for increases based on performance.
• Structured training and mentorship program.
• Exposure to various facets of office administration in Paarl .
• Standard employee benefits including health coverage.
• A friendly and supportive team environment that encourages growth.