Remote Executive Assistant to CEO | Global Travel

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Annual leave

Executive coaching and training

Remote work flexibility

Career growth

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban seeks an Executive Personal Assistant to provide comprehensive support to the CEO, managing complex schedules, travel, and communications with utmost confidentiality.

The role requires 7+ years in PA/EA to C-level executives, exceptional organizational skills, and a proactive, autonomous work style. Remote work with occasional travel to Durban; strong MS Office skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years as PA/EA to C-level executives.
• Extensive international travel logistics experience.
• Strong organizational, time management, and prioritization skills.
• Proficiency in Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; detail oriented.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Independent, proactive, and adaptable to changing priorities.
• Experience in logistics/supply chain is advantageous.
• Degree in Business Administration or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage CEO's calendar, meetings, and calls with internal/external stakeholders.
• Coordinate domestic and international travel, visas, and itineraries.
• Prepare and edit correspondence, reports, and presentations for the CEO.
• Screen calls and emails; act as gatekeeper for the CEO.
• Handle confidential information with discretion.
• Prepare expense reports and manage CEO office budgets.
• Research information for meetings and projects.
• Follow up and meet deadlines; organize board materials.
• Provide general admin support to the CEO.

Skills

Calendar management

Travel logistics

Communication skills

Discretion and confidentiality

Organizational skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Placements24 in Durban seeks an Executive Personal Assistant to provide comprehensive support to the CEO, managing complex schedules, travel, and communications with utmost confidentiality.

The role requires 7+ years in PA/EA to C-level executives, exceptional organizational skills, and a proactive, autonomous work style. Remote work with occasional travel to Durban; strong MS Office skills are essential.