Lead Administrative Executive

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Sur place; ZAR 900 000 - 1 300 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary package

Annual bonuses

Medical aid

Pension fund

Generous leave

Résumé du poste

Placements24 in Klerksdorp, North West seeks a Lead Administrative Executive to steer our administrative operations. You will manage a team of administrative staff, optimize executive support functions, and shape policies to improve efficiency and service quality.

This role demands strategic thinking, outstanding leadership, and a proven record of driving process improvements across complex projects. The ideal candidate holds a bachelor's degree in business or management, 7+ years in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, or related field.
• 7+ years progressive experience in administrative management, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience in managing and developing administrative teams.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong strategic planning and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and administrative management software.
• Experience in budget management and vendor negotiation.
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and integrity.
• Ability to manage complex projects and multiple priorities.
• Demonstrated success in implementing process improvements.

Responsabilités

• Lead, manage, and mentor a team of administrative professionals.
• Oversee and optimize all executive administrative functions, including calendar management, travel arrangements, and event planning.
• Develop and implement efficient administrative policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Manage office budgets, vendor relationships, and procurement processes.
• Ensure the smooth operation of office facilities and resources.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for senior management and external stakeholders on administrative matters.
• Oversee the accurate maintenance of records, databases, and confidential information.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the administrative department.
• Prepare high-level reports, presentations, and communications.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies and relevant regulations.

Connaissances

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Strategic planning

Problem solving

MS Office proficiency

Administrative management software

Budget management

Vendor negotiation

Project management

Process improvements

Formation

Bachelor's degree in business administration/management

Outils

MS Office Suite

Administrative management software

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dynamic and highly experienced Lead Administrative Executive to spearhead administrative operations in Klerksdorp, North West. This senior position requires a strategic thinker with exceptional leadership and organizational skills to manage a team of administrative staff and oversee all executive support functions. The successful candidate will be responsible for implementing efficient administrative processes, ensuring high standards of service, and contributing to the overall strategic goals of the organization. This is a critical role for someone who can drive excellence in administrative management and foster a productive work environment. We are looking for a seasoned professional who can make an immediate impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and mentor a team of administrative professionals.
• Oversee and optimize all executive administrative functions, including calendar management, travel arrangements, and event planning.
• Develop and implement efficient administrative policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Manage office budgets, vendor relationships, and procurement processes.
• Ensure the smooth operation of office facilities and resources.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for senior management and external stakeholders on administrative matters.
• Oversee the accurate maintenance of records, databases, and confidential information.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the administrative department.
• Prepare high-level reports, presentations, and communications.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies and relevant regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in administrative management, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience in managing and developing administrative teams.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong strategic planning and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and administrative management software.
• Experience in budget management and vendor negotiation.
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and integrity.
• Ability to manage complex projects and multiple priorities.
• Demonstrated success in implementing process improvements.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary package, attractive annual bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits scheme, including medical aid, a pension fund, and generous leave provisions.
• This position provides a unique opportunity for professional growth and leadership development within a well-established organization located in Klerksdorp, North West.
• We foster a collaborative and high-performance work culture.