Personal Assistant to the Group Chairman

One Connect Solutions; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 260,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

One Connect Solutions seeks an experienced Personal Assistant in Gauteng to support the Chairman with diary management, travel arrangements, and executive correspondence.

You will coordinate activities across multiple businesses and investments, liaise with senior stakeholders, and deliver organized, confidential support in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has at least five years of executive assistance experience, strong MS Office skills, and a professional, proactive approach.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience as PA/EA supporting senior executives.
• Strong diary management and prioritisation of multiple commitments.
• Excellent communication and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Chairman’s diary, meetings, travel, and correspondence.
• Coordinate activities across multiple businesses and investments.
• Liaise with executives, partners, and service providers.
• Prepare reports and meeting documentation.
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality.

Skills

Diary management

Executive support

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Time management

Education

Business Administration qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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

We are looking for someone who is:

• 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.