Senior Administrative Assistant — Executive Support & Projects

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career development

Richards Bay role

Professional environment

Executive exposure

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Administrative Assistant to provide comprehensive support to the executive team in Richards Bay. You will manage complex calendars, coordinate travel, prepare reports, and maintain professional relationships with staff and external stakeholders.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of admin experience, including 2+ years supporting senior management, strong MS Office skills, and excellent organizational and communication abilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as an Administrative Assistant, with at least 2 years supporting senior management.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with office equipment.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills and ability to prioritize.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex calendars, coordinate meetings, and arrange travel for senior executives.
• Prepare and edit correspondence, reports, and presentations with a high degree of accuracy.
• Serve as a liaison between executives, staff, and external stakeholders.
• Oversee office operations and ensure smooth functioning of administrative processes.
• Handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Support special projects and initiatives as directed by executive leadership.

Skills

Calendar management

Discretion

Organizational skills

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Administrative Assistant to provide comprehensive support to the executive team in Richards Bay. You will manage complex calendars, coordinate travel, prepare reports, and maintain professional relationships with staff and external stakeholders.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of admin experience, including 2+ years supporting senior management, strong MS Office skills, and excellent organizational and communication abilities.