Personal Assistant to CEO

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Discretionary performance bonuses

Comprehensive health and wellness

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Personal Assistant to provide dedicated support to the Chief Executive Officer in Bloemfontein. The role demands exceptional time management, confidentiality, and proactive problem-solving to anticipate needs and streamline executive operations.

You will manage the CEO's schedule, handle confidential communications, arrange travel, and support both personal and professional engagements.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Personal Assistant or Executive Assistant to senior leadership.
• Exceptional organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and advanced calendar management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a high level of professionalism.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and anticipating needs in Bloemfontein.

Responsibilities

• Manage the CEO's complex calendar, schedule appointments, and coordinate meetings across time zones.
• Handle all incoming and outgoing executive correspondence, including emails and phone calls, with discretion.
• Arrange domestic and international travel, including flights, accommodation, and itineraries.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and other documents as required by the CEO.
• Act as a gatekeeper, managing access to the CEO and prioritizing requests.
• Handle personal errands and tasks as requested by the CEO to ensure their personal life is well-managed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Confidentiality

Problem-solving

Calendar management

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a highly organized, proactive, and discreet Personal Assistant to provide dedicated support to the Chief Executive Officer in Bloemfontein . This is a critical role requiring impeccable time management, confidentiality, and the ability to anticipate the needs of a busy executive. You will manage the CEO's schedule, communications, travel, and various personal and professional engagements, ensuring seamless operations. The ideal candidate is a polished professional with exceptional interpersonal skills and a commitment to providing high-level support, contributing directly to the CEO's effectiveness and the company's strategic direction.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the CEO's complex calendar, schedule appointments, and coordinate meetings across time zones. Handle all incoming and outgoing executive correspondence, including emails and phone calls, with discretion. Arrange domestic and international travel, including flights, accommodation, and itineraries. Prepare reports, presentations, and other documents as required by the CEO. Act as a gatekeeper, managing access to the CEO and prioritizing requests. Handle personal errands and tasks as requested by the CEO to ensure their personal life is well-managed.

Requirements

Proven experience as a Personal Assistant or Executive Assistant to senior leadership. Exceptional organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail. Proficiency in MS Office Suite and advanced calendar management. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a high level of professionalism. Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and handle sensitive information. Proactive approach to problem-solving and anticipating needs in Bloemfontein .

Benefits

Competitive salary package designed to attract top talent. Discretionary performance bonuses. Comprehensive health and wellness benefits. Opportunities for professional growth and development. A prestigious role supporting a key executive in a dynamic organization.