Personal Assistant

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay is seeking a highly efficient Personal Assistant to support a senior executive on-site. You will manage calendars, coordinate travel, and handle communications with professionalism.

The ideal candidate has PA/EA experience, excellent organizational and MS Office skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Competitive pay and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Personal Assistant or Executive Assistant is essential.
• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and time management abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a high level of professionalism.
• Ability to work independently, anticipate needs, and handle tasks with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Manage the executive's daily, weekly, and monthly schedule, including appointments and meetings.
• Coordinate all travel arrangements, including flights, accommodation, and transportation, both domestically and internationally.
• Prepare and proofread correspondence, reports, presentations, and other important documents.
• Handle confidential information with the utmost discretion and security.
• Act as a liaison between the executive and internal/external stakeholders, screening calls and managing inquiries.
• Organize and maintain the executive's filing system and manage essential documentation.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Independence

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly efficient and discreet Personal Assistant to provide dedicated support to a senior executive in Mossel Bay, Western Cape . This on-site position requires exceptional organizational skills, a proactive approach, and the ability to manage a diverse range of tasks with professionalism. You will be instrumental in ensuring the executive's schedule is managed effectively, travel arrangements are seamless, and communications are handled with precision. The ideal candidate is adaptable, possesses excellent communication skills, and thrives in a fast-paced business environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the executive's daily, weekly, and monthly schedule, including appointments and meetings.


• Coordinate all travel arrangements, including flights, accommodation, and transportation, both domestically and internationally.


• Prepare and proofread correspondence, reports, presentations, and other important documents.


• Handle confidential information with the utmost discretion and security.


• Act as a liaison between the executive and internal/external stakeholders, screening calls and managing inquiries.


• Organize and maintain the executive's filing system and manage essential documentation.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Personal Assistant or Executive Assistant is essential.


• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and time management abilities.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a high level of professionalism.


• Ability to work independently, anticipate needs, and handle tasks with minimal supervision.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance-based incentives.


• Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership in Mossel Bay .


• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.


• Generous annual leave allowance.


• A supportive and dynamic work environment that values efficiency.