Personal Assistant to Director

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Hybrid work environment

Exposure to senior leadership

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Personal Assistant to the Director in the Richards Bay area. The role delivers comprehensive support to senior management, managing schedules, preparing reports, and handling confidential information in a discreet, proactive manner.

The position operates in a hybrid model, balancing office presence with remote flexibility, and offers exposure to senior leadership within a dedicated professional team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Personal Assistant, Executive Assistant, or similar high-level administrative role.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a high degree of professionalism.
• Ability to work independently and proactively, anticipating needs and solving problems.
• Discretion and confidentiality are paramount.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Director's complex calendar, including scheduling appointments, meetings, and travel arrangements.
• Screen and prioritize incoming communications, including emails, calls, and mail.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and correspondence on behalf of the Director.
• Conduct research and compile information for various projects and meetings.
• Handle confidential information with the utmost discretion and professionalism.
• Coordinate logistics for internal and external meetings, including venue booking and catering.

Skills

Organizational skills

MS Office

Communication skills

Independent worker

Discretion

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly organized and proactive Personal Assistant to the Director to provide comprehensive support to senior management in Richards Bay . This role requires a discreet, efficient, and adaptable individual who can manage a demanding schedule, anticipate needs, and handle a variety of administrative and personal tasks. You will be instrumental in ensuring the Director's time is maximized and that all administrative functions run smoothly, operating within a hybrid work model that balances office presence with remote flexibility. This is a key support position within a dedicated professional team.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the Director's complex calendar, including scheduling appointments, meetings, and travel arrangements.
• Screen and prioritize incoming communications, including emails, calls, and mail.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and correspondence on behalf of the Director.
• Conduct research and compile information for various projects and meetings.
• Handle confidential information with the utmost discretion and professionalism.
• Coordinate logistics for internal and external meetings, including venue booking and catering.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Personal Assistant , Executive Assistant, or similar high-level administrative role.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a high degree of professionalism.
• Ability to work independently and proactively, anticipating needs and solving problems.
• Discretion and confidentiality are paramount.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package, reflecting the seniority and demands of the role.
• Hybrid work environment providing flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and gain valuable insights.
• A supportive team culture that values professionalism and efficiency.
• Exposure to diverse business operations within the Richards Bay area.