Senior Executive Assistant

Ntice Sourcing Solutions; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global organization is seeking a highly experienced Senior Executive Assistant based in Gauteng. This role involves providing high-level support to two Executive Directors in London, managing complex schedules, and preparing executive presentations. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of experience supporting C-suite level executives, possesses expert Excel and PowerPoint skills, and excels in organisation and communication within a multinational environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience as an Executive Personal Assistant supporting senior executives.
• Expert-level Microsoft Excel skills for data analysis and reporting.
• Strong PowerPoint proficiency for executive-level presentations.
• High emotional intelligence and discretion in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Advanced data handling and reporting using Microsoft Excel.
• Comprehensive diary and schedule management for two directors.
• Preparation of professional presentations for high-stakes meetings.
• Organization of international travel and logistics.
• Tracking deadlines and managing expenses.

Skills

Advanced Excel skills

PowerPoint proficiency

Organisational abilities

Communication skills

Job description

Senior Executive Assistant - High-Level Support in Global Commodity Trading

Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced Executive Personal Assistant or equivalent professional based in Gauteng to deliver exceptional, high-level support to two Executive Directors based in London within a dynamic, multinational resources and mining environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Advanced data handling and reporting using Microsoft Excel (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP, macros, data analysis, and visualization) – Non‑Negotiable – will be tested.
• Comprehensive diary and schedule management for two senior directors, including coordination across multiple global time zones.
• Preparation of professional presentations in PowerPoint and collating documents for high‑stakes meetings.
• Organization of international travel, accommodations, visas, and logistics with a focus on efficiency and cost‑effectiveness.
• Tracking deadlines, reconciling expenses, and supporting ad‑hoc strategic tasks, including occasional personal administration.
• Building and maintaining relationships with executives, stakeholders, and external partners in a fast‑paced, high‑pressure setting.

Key Requirements

• Minimum 5 years’ proven experience as an Executive Personal Assistant or similar, supporting at least two directors at C‑suite or senior executive level.
• Expert‑level Microsoft Excel skills for complex data analysis, reporting, and financial modelling.
• Strong PowerPoint proficiency for creating executive‑level presentations.
• Exceptional organisational, time‑management, and problem‑solving abilities.
• High emotional intelligence, discretion, and ability to thrive in a constantly evolving, multinational environment.
• Excellent communication skills, with experience in cross‑cultural and remote collaboration.
• Business acumen, preferably in resources, mining, or commodity trading sectors, with sharp attention to detail and a proactive mindset.

If you are a seasoned, adaptable professional with the Excel mastery and executive support expertise to make a tangible impact at the highest levels, apply now to join a leading global organisation.