Senior Executive Assistant

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Executive Assistant to support C-suite executives in Nelspruit. You will manage complex calendars, coordinate international travel, prepare high‑level correspondence, and create professional presentations with meticulous attention to detail.

This role demands discretion, impeccable communication, proactive problem solving, and the ability to anticipate needs.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a Senior Executive Assistant or Executive Assistant supporting C-suite executives.
• Exceptional proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and virtual collaboration tools.
• Superior organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Impeccable judgment, discretion, and a high level of professionalism.
• Ability to anticipate needs, take initiative, and work autonomously under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex and demanding calendars for multiple senior executives, including international travel coordination.
• Prepare, proofread, and edit high-level correspondence, reports, presentations, and other critical documents.
• Serve as a primary point of contact, screening communications and managing inquiries with professionalism and tact.
• Coordinate executive meetings, including board meetings, preparing agendas, taking minutes, and ensuring follow‑up actions.
• Handle highly confidential and sensitive information with utmost discretion and integrity.
• Organize and manage executive travel arrangements, including flights, accommodation, and itineraries.
• Conduct research and prepare background materials for meetings and projects.
• Manage special projects and initiatives as assigned by executives.
• Maintain organized and efficient filing systems, both physical and electronic.
• Liaise effectively with internal departments and external stakeholders on behalf of executives.

Skills

Calendar management

Travel coordination

Communication skills

Discretion

Time management

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Outlook

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Virtual collaboration tools

Job description

About the Role

A prestigious company based in **Nelspruit** is seeking a highly experienced and discreet Senior Executive Assistant to provide elite-level support to C‑suite executives. This critical role demands exceptional organizational skills, a proactive approach, and the ability to anticipate needs and manage complex tasks with precision. You will be the trusted gatekeeper and right-hand to senior leadership, ensuring their time is optimized and their professional commitments are managed seamlessly. The ideal candidate possesses a polished demeanor, outstanding communication skills, and a deep understanding of corporate protocols. This is an outstanding opportunity to contribute at the highest level within a respected organization in **Nelspruit, Mpumalanga**.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage complex and demanding calendars for multiple senior executives, including international travel coordination.
• Prepare, proofread, and edit high-level correspondence, reports, presentations, and other critical documents.
• Serve as a primary point of contact, screening communications and managing inquiries with professionalism and tact.
• Coordinate executive meetings, including board meetings, preparing agendas, taking minutes, and ensuring follow‑up actions.
• Handle highly confidential and sensitive information with utmost discretion and integrity.
• Organize and manage executive travel arrangements, including flights, accommodation, and itineraries.
• Conduct research and prepare background materials for meetings and projects.
• Manage special projects and initiatives as assigned by executives.
• Maintain organized and efficient filing systems, both physical and electronic.
• Liaise effectively with internal departments and external stakeholders on behalf of executives.

Requirements

Extensive experience as a Senior Executive Assistant or Executive Assistant supporting C‑suite executives. Exceptional proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and virtual collaboration tools. Superior organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities. Outstanding written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills. Impeccable judgment, discretion, and a high level of professionalism. Ability to anticipate needs, take initiative, and work autonomously under pressure. Experience within the **Nelspruit** business community is highly desirable. A relevant tertiary qualification is preferred.

Benefits

Our client offers a highly competitive salary, executive benefits package, including comprehensive medical and retirement plans, and opportunities for professional growth. This role is based in **Nelspruit** and provides exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision‑making within a top‑tier company.