Remote Administrative Support Specialist

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work arrangement

Professional development

Access to digital tools

Distributed team culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Remote Administrative Support Specialist to provide comprehensive virtual assistance across teams in a distributed workforce. This fully remote position requires excellent communication skills, proficiency with digital tools, and the ability to manage tasks efficiently without direct supervision.

You will be integral to maintaining operational continuity and supporting the diverse needs of a distributed workforce, contributing to an agile and connected

Qualifications

• Experience as an Administrative Assistant or Virtual Assistant in a remote setting.
• Proficient with Google Workspace and Microsoft 365.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently with reliable internet and home office setup.

Responsibilities

• Provide remote administrative support, including calendar management, scheduling virtual meetings, and coordinating communication.
• Manage digital documents, databases, and online filing systems.
• Prepare and edit presentations, reports, and other digital documents.
• Handle emails and direct inquiries appropriately.
• Conduct online research and compile information for projects.
• Support team with virtual collaboration tools and troubleshoot basic remote-work issues.

Skills

Administrative experience

Organizational skills

Independent working

Written communication

Verbal communication

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft 365

Video conferencing platforms

Job description

Our client is seeking a highly organized and self-motivated Remote Administrative Support Specialist to provide comprehensive virtual assistance to teams across various departments. This fully remote position requires excellent communication skills, proficiency in digital tools, and the ability to manage tasks efficiently without direct supervision. You will be integral to maintaining operational continuity and supporting the diverse needs of a distributed workforce. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced administrator who thrives in a remote setting and is dedicated to delivering high-quality support from anywhere, contributing to our client's agile and connected operational model.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide remote administrative support, including calendar management, scheduling virtual meetings, and coordinating communication.
• Manage digital documents, maintain databases, and organize online filing systems for easy access and retrieval.
• Prepare and edit presentations, reports, and other digital documents as requested.
• Handle incoming and outgoing digital correspondence, screening emails and directing inquiries appropriately.
• Conduct online research and compile information for various projects and team needs.
• Support team members with virtual collaboration tools and troubleshooting basic technical issues related to remote work setup.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Administrative Assistant, Virtual Assistant, or in a similar remote support role.
• Excellent proficiency with online productivity suites (e.g., Google Workspace, Microsoft 365) and virtual meeting platforms.
• Strong organizational skills, exceptional time management, and the ability to work independently.
• Reliable internet connection and a dedicated home office setup.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with a proactive and problem-solving attitude.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based incentives.
• Full remote work arrangement, offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional development and virtual training.
• Access to cutting-edge digital tools and technologies.
• Be part of a forward-thinking, distributed team culture that values autonomy and results.