Personal Assistant

Placement Dynamics; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing business is seeking a highly motivated Junior Personal Assistant to provide maternity cover for the General Manager in Johannesburg. This position involves full administrative support, managing calendars, and liaising with clients. Candidates should have proven experience in a similar role and strong communication skills. This temporary position offers a fixed-term contract with the potential to become permanent.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Personal Assistant or similar role.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Provide full administrative support to the General Manager.
• Manage calendars and schedule meetings.
• Prepare reports and documentation as required.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking abilities

Client-facing skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Job description

Overview

Location: Kew, Johannesburg

Salary: R 15 000 to R 20 000

Terms: Temporary maternity position. Fixed-term contract Nov 2025 – May 2026, with the opportunity to become permanent.

About the role

We are seeking a highly motivated, professional, and dedicated Junior Personal Assistant to provide maternity cover for the General Manager. This role offers a unique opportunity to join a growing business where commitment and outstanding performance may lead to a permanent position.

Responsibilities

• Provide full administrative support to the General Manager.
• Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate travel arrangements.
• Draft, manage, and respond to correspondence, including email communication.
• Liaise with clients in a professional and proactive manner.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and documentation as required.
• Maintain accurate filing systems and ensure efficient workflow.
• Support internal teams with ad-hoc administrative and client-related tasks.

Candidate requirements

• Proven experience as a Personal Assistant, Executive Assistant, or in a similar administrative role.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional, confident, and outspoken personality with a proactive attitude.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Strong client-facing skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Driven, dedicated, and able to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment.