Legal and Compliance Officer

University of Fort Hare; Cape Town, Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated Key Account Assistant to enhance their dynamic team. In this role, you will provide essential administrative support to the Key Accounts Manager, ensuring smooth operations through efficient management of client interactions and documentation. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and advanced proficiency in Excel, alongside a solid understanding of merchandising principles. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow within a supportive environment while contributing to the success of key accounts. If you are organized, detail-oriented, and ready to make an impact, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years work experience required.
• Solid administration skills with advanced Excel proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to Key Accounts Manager(s).
• Handle general client administration duties and queries.
• Prepare spreadsheets and manage appointments.

Skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Organisational skills

Time-management skills

Negotiation skills

Computer literacy

Strong administrative skills

Excel skills

Education

Tertiary qualification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

R 200000 - R 230000 Monthly Basic Salary (Market related, Negotiable)

Our client based in Aeroton, Johannesburg, is seeking a Key Account Assistant to join their team.

Main Job Functions:

• Providing administrative support to the Key Accounts Manager(s)
• Set up for customer meetings
• Ordering & controlling of samples for shows and presentations
• General client administration duties
• Assist with queries of products not scanning in store
• Typing and distribution of minutes, general correspondence, deal sheets, allocations etc.
• Preparing of spreadsheets
• Set up of appointments for Key Accounts Departments
• Handling of general Key Accounts queries as requested
• Filing, faxing and e-mailing
• Action payment of expense claim forms
• Ordering of Stationery and Office requirements
• Organizing meals for presentations and meetings
• Sort and distributing of incoming and outgoing mail and overnight bags/boxes
• New store opening updating
• Updating and checking of customer report generators
• Maintain and update samples
• Taking messages and following up on queries
• Liaise with Advertising Company for customers advertised lines

Minimum Requirements:

• Have a minimum of two-years work experience.
• Must have tertiary qualification.
• Solid administration skills with advance Excel.
• Own reliable transport.
• Valid drivers’ license.

Attributes:

• Be presentable and have a pleasant but strong personality
• Have good verbal (English) and written communication skills
• Be able to work overtime when necessary
• Be prepared to go into the trade.
• High attention to detail
• Be able to handle pressure

Skills:

• Have good understanding of merchandising principles and standards
• Have good negotiation and people skills
• Have computer literacy (essential).
• Organisational and time-management skills.
• Strong administrative skills
• Excellent Excel skills

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.