Personal Assistant: SanlamConnect: Gauteng South Region (Bloemfontein) (PG06) Rerun

Sanlam; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanlam Limited in South Africa seeks a Personal Assistant to support the Business Manager in the Gauteng South Region (Bloemfontein). The role covers diary, travel, meeting logistics, document preparation, and minute taking, with strong emphasis on organization and communication.

Requirements include Grade 12, secretarial qualification, and at least two years PA experience; sales exposure is a plus. MS-Office proficiency and reliability are essential for daily coordination and reporting.

Qualifications

• Grade 12
• Secretarial Qualification/Diploma
• A minimum of two years Secretarial/Personal assistant experience.
• Previous experience in a Sales environment will be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Office and diary management
• Mail and information management
• Travel arrangements
• Organising and preparation of meetings; functions; presentations; conferences; workshops; satellite broadcasts, video conferences etc.
• Preparation of documents and the distribution thereof for the above
• Minute taking
• Consolidate and provide relevant reports
• Support Business Manager with secretarial duties as required
• Assist with adhoc requests

Skills

Planning and Organizing

Verbal Communication

Policy and procedures

Computer Skills

Work Scheduling

Maintains the Relationship

Education

Grade 12

Secretarial Qualification/Diploma

Tools

SRS

Amex Travel

MS-Office

Job description

Personal Assistant: SanlamConnect: Gauteng South Region (Bloemfontein) (PG06) Rerun

Posting Start Date: 29/10/2026

Job Location: South Africa

Who are we?

Sanlam Life Ltd is one of the top financial services providers in the South African market.

We’re all about building strong, lasting relationships with our financial advisors. We know that you have hopes for your future – your career, your personal development and of achieving great things. We pride ourselves in helping our financial advisors to realise their worth.

Our company is built on a respect for what people are worth and an appreciation for what they can become. We know that your worth is infinite and unique – and want to inspire you to realise this worth.

This is why we give each and every person who is contracted at Sanlam the opportunity to make the most of who they are, and to be recognised, respected and rewarded for their capabilities.

Purpose of the Role

The primary function of this role is to provide support to the Business Manager

Overview of Role Responsibilities

Output/Core Tasks:

• Office and diary management
• Mail and information management
• Travel arrangements
• Organising and preparation of meetings; functions; presentations; conferences; workshops; satellite broadcasts, video conferences etc.
• Preparation of documents and the distribution thereof for the above
• Minute taking
• Consolidate and provide relevant reports
• Support Business Manager with secretarial duties as required
• Assist with adhoc requests

Required Skills

Planning and Organizing - Intermediate
Works at an intermediate level to plan, organize, prioritize and oversee activities to efficiently meet objectives. Typically works with guidance.

Verbal Communication - Basic
Works at a basic level to express ideas, request actions, formulate plans, and policies by means of clear and effective verbal communications. Typically works under close supervision.

Policy and procedures - Basic
Works at a basic level to monitor, interpret and understand policies and procedures and ensure their alignment with organizational strategies and work objectives. Typically works under close supervision.

Computer Skills - Basic
Works at a basic level to understand and effectively use standard office equipment and standard software packages to support business processes. Typically works under close supervision.

Work Scheduling - Basic
Works at a basic level to ensure the optimum scheduling of work and material resources to meet planned performance targets. Typically works under close supervision.

Maintains the Relationship - Basic
Works at a basic level to cultivate and sustain positive interpersonal connections, fostering trust, collaboration, and effective communication to support enduring professional relationships. Typically works under close supervision.

General Experience

Qualification/s and Experience:

• Grade 12
• Secretarial Qualification/Diploma
• A minimum of two years Secretarial/Personal assistant experience.
• Previous experience in a Sales environment will be an advantage.

Knowledge and Skills

To be successful you will need to demonstrate good experience in:

• Service Request system (SRS)
• Amex Travel system
• Computer literacy (specifically advanced knowledge and well developed skills with regards to MS-Office)

Managerial Experience

Not applicable

Required Behavioural Competencies

Ensures Accountability Plans and Aligns Drives Results Communicates Effectively Manages Complexity Collaborates

Turnaround Times

The shortlisting process will only start once the application due date has been reached. The time taken to complete this process will depend on how far you progress and the availability of managers. The closing date for applications 04 November 2026.

The Sanlam Group is committed to transformation and embracing diversity. This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse, inclusive and equitable work environment as we believe these are key components to ensuring a thriving and sustainable business in South Africa.