Remote Administrative Assistant — Organized & Proactive

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; Hybrid; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement contributions

Remote-friendly culture

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct is seeking a highly organized Remote Administrative Assistant to support core business functions from a fully remote setting. The role requires self-motivation, excellent communication, and independent work habits to ensure confidentiality and efficiency across departments.

You will manage digital files, schedule virtual meetings, prepare reports, handle emails and calls, and maintain CRM data.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Administrative Assistant or in a similar role, preferably remote.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to manage multiple channels.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities, able to prioritize tasks.

Responsibilities

• Manage and organize digital files and records for efficient retrieval.
• Schedule and coordinate virtual meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and correspondence with a high degree of accuracy.
• Handle incoming and outgoing communications, including emails and phone calls, professionally.
• Provide general administrative support to various departments as needed.
• Maintain and update databases and CRM systems with accurate information.
• Assist with onboarding processes for new remote employees.
• Proactively identify and suggest improvements to administrative workflows.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures in all tasks.

Skills

Administrative experience

Remote work

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Zoom

Microsoft Teams

Google Workspace

Job description

WhatJobs Direct is seeking a highly organized Remote Administrative Assistant to support core business functions from a fully remote setting. The role requires self-motivation, excellent communication, and independent work habits to ensure confidentiality and efficiency across departments.

You will manage digital files, schedule virtual meetings, prepare reports, handle emails and calls, and maintain CRM data.