Senior Administrator

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 320,000 - 460,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary incentives

Medical + retirement benefits

Growth opportunities

Leadership role

Stable environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Administrator to lead the administrative functions for the Welkom office. The role focuses on overseeing daily operations, managing complex scheduling, and providing high-level support to senior management.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in a senior admin capacity, exceptional organizational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. You will mentor junior staff and liaise with internal and external stakeholders to drive efficiency.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a senior administrative role or office management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other administrative software.
• Exceptional organizational, problem-solving, and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and streamline all office operations, including facilities and vendor management.
• Provide executive-level administrative support to senior leadership, including calendar management and travel coordination.
• Develop and implement administrative procedures and policies to enhance efficiency.
• Oversee the management of office budgets and expenses, ensuring cost-effectiveness.
• Train and mentor junior administrative staff, fostering a high-performing team.
• Act as a liaison between departments and external stakeholders, ensuring clear communication.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Travel coordination software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and highly capable Senior Administrator to lead administrative functions for their office in Welkom . This pivotal role involves overseeing daily office operations, managing complex scheduling, and providing high-level support to senior management. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional organizational skills, a strong command of administrative best practices, and the ability to anticipate needs and proactively solve problems. You will play a key role in ensuring the efficiency and effectiveness of the administrative department, contributing to the overall success of the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and streamline all office operations, including facilities and vendor management.
• Provide executive-level administrative support to senior leadership, including calendar management and travel coordination.
• Develop and implement administrative procedures and policies to enhance efficiency.
• Oversee the management of office budgets and expenses, ensuring cost-effectiveness.
• Train and mentor junior administrative staff, fostering a high-performing team.
• Act as a liaison between departments and external stakeholders, ensuring clear communication.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a senior administrative role or office management.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant administrative software.
• Exceptional organizational, problem-solving, and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Relevant tertiary qualification in Business Administration or a related field is preferred.

Benefits

• Generous salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A leadership role with significant responsibility and impact.
• A stable and professional work environment in Welkom .