Remote Executive Assistant – Calendar & Communication Focus

Growth Troops; Cape Town; Remote; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Growth Troops is seeking a Remote Executive Assistant to assist busy entrepreneurs and executives with daily operations. The ideal candidate will manage calendars, organize communications, and maintain digital workflows to ensure efficiency. This role requires strong communication skills, time management, and the ability to work independently in a client-facing capacity.

Qualifications

• 2+ years as an administrative or executive assistant.
• Excellent written English and professional communication skills.
• Confident working independently in a remote, client-facing environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate complex calendars across multiple time zones.
• Prioritize and organize inboxes; draft or respond to communications.
• Schedule meetings, manage reminders, and prep daily agendas.

Skills

Communication

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Tools

Google Calendar

Gmail

Slack

Zoom

Trello

Job description

Remote | Full-Time or Part-Time | Client-Facing Admin Support

We’re hiring a Remote Executive Assistant to support fast-moving leaders with day-to-day operations—primarily focused on calendar management, inbox organization, and clear, professional communication.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives on structure, anticipates needs, and brings order to chaos. You’ll work directly with entrepreneurs and executives, helping them stay organized, on time, and focused on what matters most.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate complex calendars across multiple time zones
• Prioritize and organize inboxes; draft or respond to communications
• Schedule meetings, manage reminders, and prep daily agendas
• Communicate with internal and external stakeholders on behalf of clients
• Maintain digital task boards and follow-ups to keep workflows moving
  
  

What You Bring

• 2+ years as an administrative or executive assistant (virtual or in-office)
• Excellent written English and professional communication skills
• Experience with tools like Google Calendar, Gmail, Slack, Zoom, Trello
• Strong time management and attention to detail
• Confident working independently in a remote, client-facing environment