Personal Assistant

Red Ember Recruitment (PTY) Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Johannesburg seeks a Professional Assistant to provide high-level support to management. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience and is skilled in Microsoft Office. You'll ensure smooth operations while handling sensitive information discreetly and maintaining exceptional organizational skills. This role requires a proactive attitude and the ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Professional Assistant, preferably supporting senior management.
• Experience in operational, facilities management, human resources, or non-profit environments – advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level administrative and operational support.
• Ensure seamless day-to-day operations.
• Handle sensitive information with discretion.

Skills

Organized & Detail-Oriented

Proactive & Resourceful

Strong Interpersonal Skills

Adaptability

Confidentiality & Integrity

Communication

Resilience

Solution-orientated

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Description

Our client, based in Sandringham, Johannesburg, is looking for a Professional Assistant to join their team.

The successful candidate will assist the Group Manager: Facilities and Catering and the Group Manager: People.

You will provide high-level administrative and operational support, ensuring seamless day-to-day operations. The role requires exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion. The ideal candidate will be proactive, resourceful, and capable of multitasking in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Skills

• Organized & Detail-Oriented: Ability to manage multiple tasks with precision.
• Proactive & Resourceful: Takes initiative to anticipate needs and solve problems.
• Strong Interpersonal Skills: Ability to build relationships and communicate effectively.
• Adaptability: Comfortable working in a dynamic and evolving environment.
• Confidentiality & Integrity: Trustworthy with handling sensitive and confidential matters.
• Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Resilience: Ability to work under pressure, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Solution-orientated: Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience as a Professional Assistant, preferably supporting senior management.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience in operational, facilities management, human resources, or non-profit environments – advantageous.