Personal Assistant

Exceed HR and Recruitment; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Personal Assistant in Paarl. The role involves managing emails, liaising with clients, and handling compliance documentation. Candidates should have at least 5 years of administrative experience and proficiency in Excel, with strong verbal and written communication skills in Afrikaans and English.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as an assistant with strong administration skills.
• Strong computer literacy, particularly in Excel.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both Afrikaans and English.

Responsibilities

• Managing and following up on emails.
• Liaising with clients and insurance companies.
• Comparing quotes from different insurers.
• Updating and maintaining client policy summaries.

Skills

Strong general administration skills

Computer literacy

Excellent communication skills in Afrikaans and English

Proactive initiative

Attention to detail

Education

Grade 12 (Matric)

FAIS credits (60 credits on NQF level 4)

Tools

Excel

Santam Systems

Job description

Personal Assistant position currently available in Paarl.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Managing and following up on emails
• Liaising with clients and insurance companies
• Comparing quotes from different insurers
• Updating and maintaining client policy summaries
• Handling general client inquiries
• Completing compliance documentation
• Delivering excellent client service
• Performing general administrative duties

Requirements:

• Grade 12 (Matric)
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as an assistant with strong general administration skills
• FAIS credits (60 credits on NQF level 4) and/or RE5 will be advantageous
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in short-term insurance is preferred
• Knowledge of Santam Systems will be an advantage
• Strong computer literacy, with proficiency in Excel
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both Afrikaans and English
• Strong administrative and organisational skills with attention to detail
• Proactive with a strong sense of initiative