Remote Administrative Assistant

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote-specific bonuses

Full remote flexibility

Online courses and virtual workshops

Home office and internet reimbursement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Remote Administrative Assistant to support a distributed team. You will manage calendars, communications, and digital documents from a fully remote setup, enabling smooth collaboration across departments.

The ideal candidate thrives with minimal supervision, excels at virtual tools, and can deliver completed tasks on time. This remote role offers flexibility, home-office reimbursement, and ongoing online learning opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Administrative Assistant, preferably in a remote capacity.
• Proficiency with Slack, Zoom, Google Workspace and Microsoft 365.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills; able to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication for a remote work environment.
• Reliable internet connectivity and a dedicated home workspace.

Responsibilities

• Manage executive calendars and schedule virtual meetings for remote teams.
• Handle all emails and internal messages, ensuring timely responses.
• Prepare, format, and organize digital documents and reports for remote access.
• Maintain digital filing systems and databases with data accuracy.
• Provide administrative support to team members and management, autonomously.
• Assist onboarding tasks for new remote employees.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Written & verbal communication

Self-motivation

Independence

Tools

Slack

Zoom

Google Workspace

Microsoft 365

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively recruiting a proactive and organized Remote Administrative Assistant to support their distributed team. This role is essential for maintaining operational efficiency and seamless communication across various departments, all managed remotely. You will be responsible for a broad range of administrative duties, utilizing digital tools to ensure tasks are completed effectively and efficiently. The ideal candidate is a highly motivated individual with excellent self-management skills, a strong grasp of virtual collaboration technologies, and a commitment to supporting team goals from anywhere. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute meaningfully while enjoying the benefits of a fully remote work arrangement.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage executive calendars, schedule virtual meetings, and coordinate logistics for remote team interactions.
• Handle all incoming and outgoing digital communications, including emails and internal messages, ensuring timely responses.
• Prepare, format, and organize digital documents, presentations, and reports for efficient remote access.
• Maintain and update digital filing systems and databases, ensuring data accuracy and organization.
• Provide responsive administrative support to team members and management as needed, operating autonomously.
• Assist with onboarding tasks for new remote employees, providing necessary administrative guidance.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Administrative Assistant , preferably in a remote or virtual capacity.
• Proficiency with a range of virtual collaboration tools (e.g., Slack, Zoom, Google Workspace, Microsoft 365).
• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills, with a demonstrated ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities tailored for a remote work environment.
• Reliable internet connectivity and a dedicated, productive home workspace are mandatory.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for remote-specific bonuses.
• Full remote flexibility, allowing work from any suitable location.
• Opportunities for continuous learning through online courses and virtual workshops.
• A supportive and inclusive virtual team culture that values contribution and flexibility.
• Reimbursement for home office expenses and internet service.