Remote Administrative Associate

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Professional development opportunities

Healthy work–life balance

Job summary

Placements24 is partnering with a renewable energy startup to hire a Remote Administrative Associate. The role supports the team with day-to-day admin, calendar management, document preparation, and virtual communications, all from a ZA-based home office.

You will work independently in a remote-first environment, handle data entry and file organization, assist onboarding, and seek ways to streamline processes while maintaining accuracy and timely results.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an administrative or support role, with remote work experience preferred.
• Excellent organization and high attention to detail.
• Proficiency in MS Office and Google Workspace.
• Familiarity with Zoom, Slack, or MS Teams for remote collaboration.
• Strong written and verbal communication for remote work.
• Independent time management and meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to team members and management remotely.
• Manage and organize digital files, ensuring data accuracy and accessibility.
• Schedule virtual meetings, manage calendars, and coordinate agendas.
• Handle electronic communications, filtering and responding as appropriate.
• Assist with preparation of documents, reports, and presentations.
• Process expense reports and reimbursements for remote staff.
• Conduct basic research and data collection for projects.
• Maintain contact lists and update databases regularly.
• Assist in onboarding for new remote hires.
• Identify opportunities to streamline administrative processes in a remote setting.

Skills

Administrative experience

Remote work experience

Organizational skills

MS Office

Google Workspace

Communication skills

Education

National Certificate or equivalent qualification

Tools

Zoom

Slack

Microsoft Teams

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic startup in the renewable energy sector, is seeking a motivated and organized Remote Administrative Associate to support their growing team. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to contribute from anywhere in ZA . The role is designed to provide essential administrative support, ensuring the efficient day‑to‑day operations of the company. The ideal candidate will be a self‑starter, highly organized, and comfortable working independently in a virtual environment. You will play a key role in facilitating communication and managing essential administrative tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to team members and management remotely.
• Manage and organize digital files, ensuring data accuracy and accessibility.
• Schedule virtual meetings, manage calendars, and coordinate agendas.
• Handle incoming and outgoing electronic communications, filtering and responding as appropriate.
• Assist with the preparation of documents, reports, and presentations.
• Process expense reports and manage reimbursements for remote staff.
• Conduct basic research and data collection for various projects.
• Maintain contact lists and update databases regularly.
• Assist in the onboarding process for new remote hires.
• Identify opportunities to streamline administrative processes in a remote setting.

Requirements

• Proven experience in an administrative or support role, with a strong preference for remote work experience.
• Excellent organizational skills and a high level of attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Workspace.
• Familiarity with remote collaboration tools such as Zoom, Slack, or Microsoft Teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively remotely.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines.
• Proactive approach to problem‑solving and a willingness to take initiative.
• Must have a reliable internet connection and a suitable home office environment.
• A National Certificate or equivalent qualification is preferred.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies and work processes.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary and the flexibility of a fully remote work arrangement, allowing you to work from home anywhere near **Paarl**, Western Cape .
• You will gain valuable experience in a rapidly growing industry and be part of an innovative team.
• Professional development opportunities will be provided to help you grow in your role.
• Join a company that values initiative, efficiency, and a healthy work–life balance.
• This is an excellent opportunity to build your career in a supportive, remote‑first environment.