Remote Senior Executive Assistant to C‑Suite Leaders

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Fully remote work

Career growth opportunities

FinTech industry exposure

Health & wellness benefits

Latest tech tools

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Executive Assistant to support C-suite leaders in a fully remote, globally distributed team. You will manage complex calendars, coordinate international travel, prepare confidential communications, and maintain secure digital filing systems with discretion and integrity.

This role requires proactive judgment, exceptional organization, and the ability to anticipate needs in a fast-paced FinTech environment.

Qualifications

• Significant experience supporting C-suite executives in demanding corporate environments.
• Proven ability to manage complex, global calendars and international travel logistics.
• Exceptional organizational, multitasking, and time-management skills with a proactive approach.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and collaboration platforms (Zoom, Slack).
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills with business English etiquette.
• Absolute discretion handling confidential information.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with sound judgment.
• Self-disciplined with ability to excel in a fully remote setting.
• FinTech or technology sector experience is advantageous.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex international calendars for C-suite executives and resolve conflicts efficiently.
• Organize and prepare for board and executive committee meetings.
• Coordinate travel arrangements including international flights, lodging, and visas.
• Draft, edit, and proofread confidential executive correspondence and reports.
• Serve as liaison between executives and stakeholders with clear communication.
• Manage expense reporting, budget tracking, and financial reconciliation for executives.
• Prepare briefing materials for meetings, speaking engagements, and travel.
• Maintain secure digital filing systems for sensitive documents.
• Anticipate executive needs and propose solutions.
• Lead or support cross-functional projects with autonomy and professionalism.

Skills

Executive support

Calendar management

Travel coordination

Communication

Discretion

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Zoom

Slack

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Executive Assistant to support C-suite leaders in a fully remote, globally distributed team. You will manage complex calendars, coordinate international travel, prepare confidential communications, and maintain secure digital filing systems with discretion and integrity.

This role requires proactive judgment, exceptional organization, and the ability to anticipate needs in a fast-paced FinTech environment.