Senior Administrative Operations Manager

Placements24; Midrand; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Flexible hours

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Administrative Operations Manager for a fully remote role in South Africa. You will oversee day-to-day administrative operations, optimize workflows, and support strategic initiatives across a distributed team.

You will lead staff, manage vendors, and drive efficiency while maintaining open communication with senior leadership. This role offers growth in a dynamic, remote work culture.

Qualifications

• Senior administrative or operations management experience.
• Ability to work independently in a remote-first environment.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily administrative operations and ensure policy adherence.
• Develop operational strategies to boost productivity and reduce costs.
• Manage vendor relationships including contracts and performance.
• Lead and mentor administrative staff for high performance.
• Coordinate cross-departmental projects to meet deadlines.
• Maintain and improve office systems and equipment.

Skills

Senior admin ops

Remote-first

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Management

Tools

MS Office Suite

Google Workspace

Project management tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic and rapidly growing entity within the administrative services sector, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Administrative Operations Manager to join their thriving team. This role is pivotal in ensuring the seamless execution of daily operations, optimizing workflows, and supporting strategic initiatives. As a fully remote position, the ideal candidate will be a self-starter, adept at managing tasks independently while maintaining exceptional communication and collaboration with a distributed team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the operational excellence of a forward-thinking company and to leverage your expertise in a challenging yet rewarding remote environment. We are committed to fostering a supportive and engaging work culture, even from a distance, and we believe this role offers significant growth potential for the right individual. Your contributions will directly impact our ability to deliver superior services to our stakeholders, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness across all operational domains.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all day-to-day administrative operations, ensuring efficiency and adherence to company policies.
• Develop and implement operational strategies to improve productivity and reduce costs.
• Manage vendor relationships, including contract negotiation and performance monitoring.
• Supervise and mentor administrative staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
• Coordinate and manage cross-departmental projects, ensuring timely completion and successful outcomes.
• Maintain and improve office systems, procedures, and equipment to enhance operational capabilities.
• Prepare regular reports on operational performance, identifying areas for improvement and presenting actionable insights.
• Manage budgets for administrative departments, ensuring cost-effectiveness and resource optimization.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and company standards.
• Support senior management with strategic planning and execution of administrative functions.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a senior administrative or operations management role, preferably within a remote-first setting.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks effectively.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in various office management software and systems (e.g., MS Office Suite, Google Workspace, project management tools).
• A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data and make informed decisions.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and discretion.
• Adaptability and a proactive approach to problem-solving in a remote work context.
• Must be legally eligible to work in South Africa and comfortable working within the **Midrand, Gauteng, ZA** timezone, even while remote.

Benefits

Our client values its employees and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, opportunities for professional development and growth, flexible working hours (within the remote framework), and a supportive remote work culture designed for collaboration and success. While this is a remote role, engagement and team-building activities are regularly organized to foster a strong sense of community. Enjoy the autonomy of managing your workload from the comfort of your home office while being an integral part of a dynamic and forward-thinking organization.