Senior Administrative Assistant - Remote

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Health and wellness benefits

Professional development & executive培训

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Senior Administrative Assistant to provide comprehensive remote support to the executive team. This role requires independent handling of complex tasks and proactive problem solving from a remote setting.

You will manage calendars, prepare confidential documents, and serve as the primary liaison with stakeholders. The ideal candidate demonstrates exceptional organization, communication, and autonomy in a remote, KwaZulu-Natal-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a Senior Administrative Assistant or Executive Assistant, preferably supporting senior leadership.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and collaboration platforms.
• Exceptional organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Superior written and verbal communication abilities for effective remote interaction.
• Proven ability to work autonomously, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level executive administrative support, including calendar management, travel arrangements, and expense reporting.
• Prepare confidential reports, presentations, and correspondence with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Act as a primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, managing communications efficiently.
• Proactively identify and resolve administrative challenges to ensure optimal workflow for executives.
• Organize and coordinate virtual meetings, board meetings, and special projects, ensuring all logistics are handled.
• Maintain highly organized and confidential digital filing systems.

Skills

Executive support

Administrative coordination

Remote communication

Calendar management

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Collaboration platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a seasoned and highly competent Senior Administrative Assistant to provide comprehensive remote support to their executive team. This position is designed for an experienced professional who can independently manage complex administrative tasks, anticipate needs, and ensure seamless operations from anywhere. As a remote-first role, you will utilize advanced communication and organizational tools to facilitate high-level support. This is an exceptional opportunity for a proactive individual to make a significant impact within a leading organization, contributing their expertise to executive functions within the KwaZulu-Natal region.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-level executive administrative support, including calendar management, travel arrangements, and expense reporting.
• Prepare confidential reports, presentations, and correspondence with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Act as a primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, managing communications efficiently.
• Proactively identify and resolve administrative challenges to ensure optimal workflow for executives.
• Organize and coordinate virtual meetings, board meetings, and special projects, ensuring all logistics are handled.
• Maintain highly organized and confidential digital filing systems.

Requirements

• Extensive experience as a Senior Administrative Assistant or Executive Assistant, preferably supporting senior leadership.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and collaboration platforms.
• Exceptional organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Superior written and verbal communication abilities for effective remote interaction.
• Proven ability to work autonomously, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Discretion and a high level of professionalism are essential.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Full remote work flexibility, enabling a great work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Access to ongoing professional development and executive training.
• Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership in a dynamic industry.