Junior Executive Assistant to MD - #522

Keller Executive Search; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic staffing organization in South Africa is seeking an analytically-minded individual for an account-focused role. This role emphasizes operational excellence and partnership development, with opportunities for growth. Ideal candidates should possess strong communication skills, be outgoing, and have an ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. The position offers career advancement, medical aid, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Paid Annual Leave

Paid Sick Leave

Medical Aid

Opportunities for personal growth

Responsibilities

• Handle inbound emails from leads promptly and professionally.
• Engage via email with potential clients to understand their needs.
• Collaborate with the operations team to ensure seamless workflow.
• Review sales call recordings to evaluate performance.
• Help identify and establish partnerships primarily in Europe.
• Collaborate with leadership on sales strategy development.

Skills

Outgoing Personality

Highly Intelligent

Tech-Savvy

Excellent Communicator

Proactive & Solution-Oriented

Flexible Schedule

Tools

CRM Software

HighLevel

ClickUp

Job description

This role is a dynamic, account-focused, and analytically-minded position that drives operational excellence in our growing organization. The position combines support, partnership development with significant opportunities for growth. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead Management & Communication:

• Handle inbound emails from leads promptly and professionally.
• Engage via email with potential clients to understand their needs and align them with our solutions.
• Use CRM (HighLevel and ClickUp - training provided) to track and manage data effectively.

Operational Support:

• Collaborate with the operations team to ensure seamless workflow.
• Assist in process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency.

Sales Process Analysis: (Training provided, no experience necessary)

• Review sales call recordings and videos to evaluate performance.
• Provide constructive feedback to the sales team and management to optimize sales techniques.
• Assist in training sessions to improve team effectiveness.

Partnership Development (Training provided, no experience necessary)

• Assist a business development manager in identifying and establishing partnerships with other recruitment companies, primarily in the European market.
• Collaborate with partners to expand our reach and enhance service offerings.
• Coordinate cross-border collaboration initiatives
• Maintain ongoing relationships to ensure mutual success and growth

Strategic Support:

• Collaborate with leadership on sales strategy development
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives
• Support training and development programs for sales team members

There aren't any specific technical requirements for the role. We are looking for the following:

• Outgoing Personality:An extroverted individual who excels in building relationships.
• Highly Intelligent:Quick learner with the ability to understand complex concepts.
• Tech-Savvy:Proficient with modern software tools and quick to adapt to new technologies.
• Excellent Communicator:Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proactive & Solution-Oriented:Ability to identify issues independently and implement effective solutions.
• Flexible Schedule:Willingness to work some evenings when necessary to engage with international partners

• This position is a paid salary position.
• All South African Public Holidays Observed
• Paid Annual Leave
• Paid Sick Leave
• Medical Aid
• Significant opportunities for personal growth, skill development, and career advancement.
• Supportive, inclusive, and diverse work environment that values collaboration and innovation.
• The change to make a meaningful impact by connecting top talent with life-changing opportunities.