Proactive Executive Assistant to the Director

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical and retirement benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive working environment

Annual leave and public holidays

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative support to the Director in Pietermaritzburg. The role requires proactive calendar management, coordination of meetings, handling confidential correspondence, and acting as liaison with internal and external stakeholders.

Ideal candidates will have strong communication, exceptional organization, discretion, and the ability to anticipate needs in a dynamic office.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant supporting senior management.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Discretion and ability to handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the Director's calendar and travel arrangements.
• Prepare and edit correspondence, reports, and presentations.
• Screen and prioritize communications and act on behalf of the Director when allowed.
• Coordinate internal and external meetings, take minutes, and follow up on actions.
• Liaise with staff and external parties, maintaining professional standards.

Skills

Executive support

Calendar management

MS Office proficiency

Communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative support to the Director in Pietermaritzburg. The role requires proactive calendar management, coordination of meetings, handling confidential correspondence, and acting as liaison with internal and external stakeholders.

Ideal candidates will have strong communication, exceptional organization, discretion, and the ability to anticipate needs in a dynamic office.