Personal Assistant

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Klerksdorp seeks a highly organized Personal Assistant to support a key executive. You will manage calendars, arrange travel, handle correspondence, and perform a broad range of administrative duties with discretion.

The role offers a hybrid work model, a competitive salary based on experience, and opportunities for professional development in a dynamic office environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Personal Assistant or Executive Assistant.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal abilities.
• High level of discretion, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Ability to anticipate needs and work proactively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the executive's calendar, including scheduling appointments and meetings.
• Coordinate all aspects of domestic and international travel, including flights, accommodation, and detailed itineraries.
• Prepare, review, and edit correspondence, reports, and presentations.
• Screen and manage incoming communications, filtering and prioritizing as necessary.
• Organize and maintain confidential files and records with utmost security.
• Act as a primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, ensuring smooth communication.

Skills

Personal Assistant

MS Office

Time management

Communication skills

Discretion

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly organized and proactive Personal Assistant to provide dedicated support to a key executive within their Klerksdorp office. This role demands exceptional discretion, efficiency, and the ability to manage a wide range of tasks to ensure the executive's productivity. You will be responsible for managing schedules, coordinating travel, handling correspondence, and performing various administrative duties. The ideal candidate possesses excellent communication skills, a keen eye for detail, and a professional, can-do attitude, making them an invaluable asset to the executive team and the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the executive's busy calendar, including scheduling appointments and meetings.
• Coordinate all aspects of domestic and international travel , including flights, accommodation, and detailed itineraries.
• Prepare, review, and edit correspondence, reports, and presentations.
• Screen and manage incoming communications, filtering and prioritizing as necessary.
• Organize and maintain confidential files and records with utmost security.
• Act as a primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, ensuring smooth communication.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Personal Assistant or Executive Assistant.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize effectively.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with excellent interpersonal abilities.
• High level of discretion, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Ability to anticipate needs and work proactively in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Opportunity for a hybrid work model, offering flexibility.
• Support for professional development and continuous learning.
• Work in a dynamic environment in Klerksdorp .
• Comprehensive benefits package.