Junior Assistant (Entry Level)

Cora O’Neil Recruitment Agency; Durban; On-site; ZAR 102,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

Cora O’Neil Recruitment Agency in Durban is seeking a Junior Assistant for an entry-level position. The role focuses on foundational admin work and will be trained as part of a logistics-facing team.

Expect training, remote-working structure after initial in-Durban training, and a starting salary of R10 000 gross per month. Fluency in Afrikaans and English, plus a willingness to travel, are required.

Qualifications

• Entry-level admin role; recent matriculant or graduate.
• Fluent in Afrikaans and English (both written and spoken).
• Must be able to travel locally and internationally with short notice.
• Willing to learn and commit to long-term employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance to Managing Director and senior staff.
• Accompany management to meetings with clients and partners.
• Represent the company professionally during client interactions.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Willingness to learn

Bilingual English-Afrikaans

Remote readiness

Education

Matric/Graduate

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Job description

Junior Assistant (Entry Level) job vacancy in Durban.

We are looking for a trainee Junior Management Assistant for an entry level position based in Durban.

Job Purpose: Entry-level career foundational role for a recent matriculant / graduate / first career professional, to be trained as Junior Management Assistant for Logistics company.

Trainee Management, Entry Level position – Training provided.

Salary: R10 000 gross per month starting salary (Not negotiable).

IMPORTANT: This is strictly an entry level position. Mid-level or experienced admin applicants will not be considered.

Minimum Requirements:

• Young, very well presented and professional person (aged ±18 – 25 years)
• Afrikaans and English first and second languages a must (Fully bilingual and fluent in both Afrikaans and English – fluently read and write)
• Able and willing to travel locally and internationally at short notice when required, and be away from home for extended periods (No family responsibilities or personal ties preventing travelling or being away from home without constraint)
• Eager, willing and committed to learn business (full training provided)
• Willing and able to attend 2-4 weeks intensive hands-on training in Durban (accommodation provided), before transitioning to company’s remote working structure
• Self-disciplined and reliable, with good time management skills in order to work remotely (Company will provide necessary support and equipment.)
• Self-motivated and able to work responsibly without constant supervision
• Computer literate in MS Word, Excel & Outlook
• Valid driver’s license advantageous
• Willing to commit to long term employment and build a meaningful long-term career with company
• To start as soon as possible

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide assistance to Managing Director of global Logistics & Supply Chain company, while providing admin and front-facing support to other senior staff members
• Accompany management to meetings with existing and prospective clients, service providers and international visitors
• Act as polished brand ambassador during client visits