Senior Administrative Assistant

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Career progression

Annual bonus

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a highly skilled Senior Administrative Assistant to provide executive-level support from our East London office. You will manage complex calendars, prepare high-level documents, and act as a key liaison for internal and external stakeholders.

Ideal candidates bring extensive Senior Admin/EA experience, superb MS Office proficiency, and a disciplined approach to handling confidential information with discretion.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as Senior Administrative Assistant or Executive Assistant.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite and calendar tools.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with business etiquette.
• Ability to handle confidential matters with discretion.
• Proactive problem-solving and high-quality support.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex calendars and travel for senior executives.
• Prepare, edit, and proofread high-level correspondence and reports.
• Serve as primary contact for stakeholders and screen communications.
• Maintain robust confidential filing systems and discretion.
• Coordinate logistics for executive meetings, venues, catering, and materials.
• Assist with special projects and ad-hoc admin tasks as needed by senior management.

Skills

Senior Admin/EA experience

MS Office proficiency

Calendar management

Communication skills

Discretion with confidential info

Problem-solving

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and proactive Senior Administrative Assistant to provide executive-level support within their East London office. This critical role demands a candidate with exceptional organizational abilities, superior communication skills, and a strong capacity for managing complex schedules and tasks. You will be instrumental in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the executive office, handling confidential information with discretion, and anticipating the needs of senior leadership. This position offers a significant opportunity to contribute to a dynamic business environment and work closely with key decision-makers in the Eastern Cape, East London .

Key Responsibilities

• Manage complex calendars, including scheduling meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements for senior executives.
• Prepare, edit, and proofread high-level correspondence, reports, and presentations.
• Act as a primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, screening and directing communications.
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with the utmost discretion and maintain robust filing systems.
• Coordinate logistics for executive meetings, including venue booking, catering, and material preparation.
• Assist with special projects and ad-hoc administrative tasks as assigned by senior management.

Requirements

• Extensive experience as a Senior Administrative Assistant or Executive Assistant.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and calendar management tools.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills, with a proven ability to multitask effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong command of business etiquette.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and handle confidential matters with discretion.
• Proactive problem-solving skills and a commitment to delivering high-quality support.

Benefits

• A competitive annual salary package commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A professional and collaborative work setting in East London .
• Annual bonus and potential for overtime pay.