Personal Assistant To The Group Chairman

Oneconnect; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Oneconnect is seeking a highly organised Personal Assistant to the Group Chairman to provide comprehensive executive and personal support across multiple ventures and private affairs.

This dynamic, high-trust role requires managing competing priorities, anticipating needs, and ensuring the smooth running of both business and personal commitments.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience as a Personal Assistant, Executive Assistant or similar role supporting senior executives.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Chairman’s diary, meetings, appointments, travel arrangements, and correspondence.
• Coordinate activities and administrative requirements across multiple businesses and investments.
• Handle personal appointments, household matters, family arrangements, and private commitments.
• Liaise with executives, business partners, service providers, and other stakeholders.
• Coordinate travel and accommodation.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and meeting documentation.
• Track deadlines, follow up on outstanding matters, and ensure timely execution.
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality when handling business and personal information.
• Provide flexible, proactive support in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Problem-solving

Education

Business Administration

Office Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a highly organised, professional, and dependable Personal Assistant to the Group Chairman to provide comprehensive executive and personal support across multiple business ventures and private affairs.

This is a dynamic, high-trust role requiring an individual who can seamlessly manage competing priorities, anticipate needs, and ensure the smooth running of both business and personal commitments.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the Chairman’s diary, meetings, appointments, travel arrangements, and correspondence.
• Coordinate activities and administrative requirements across multiple businesses and investments.
• Handle personal appointments, household matters, family arrangements, and private commitments.
• Liaise with executives, business partners, service providers, and other stakeholders.
• Coordinate travel and accommodation
• Prepare reports, presentations, correspondence, and meeting documentation.
• Track deadlines, follow up on outstanding matters and ensure timely execution.
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality when handling business and personal information.
• Provide flexible, proactive support in a fast-paced environment.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Personal Assistant, Executive Assistant or in a similar role supporting senior executives.
• Relevant qualification in Business Administration, Office Management, or a related field advantageous.
• Proven ability to manage complex diaries and multiple competing priorities.
• Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Valid driver’s licence and reliable transport.
• Flexibility to accommodate occasional after-hours requirements.

Ideal Candidate

• Professional and trustworthy: Demonstrates integrity, accountability, and sound judgement.
• Proactive and resourceful: Anticipates needs and takes initiative without constant supervision.
• Highly organised: Can manage multiple business and personal responsibilities simultaneously.
• Emotionally intelligent: Handles sensitive situations with maturity, professionalism, and tact.
• Adaptable and dependable: Comfortable working in a demanding and ever-changing environment.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.