Senior Executive Assistant: Strategic Support & Travel

Placements24

Benoni

On-site

ZAR 420,000 - 540,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Executive benefits
Professional development
Health/dental/vision
Positive work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly polished Executive Administrative Assistant to support senior leadership in our Benoni office. The role requires discretion, superb organization, and the ability to anticipate executives' needs.

You will manage complex calendars, coordinate domestic and international travel, prepare confidential reports, screen communications, and support strategic initiatives with professionalism.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience as an Executive Assistant or similar high-level role.
  • Extensive experience managing executive calendars and complex travel.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and presentation software.
  • Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail and problem solving.
  • High level of discretion, professionalism and strong communication.

Responsibilities

  • Manage complex calendars, prioritizing meetings for executives.
  • Arrange domestic and international travel, including itineraries.
  • Prepare and proofread confidential correspondence, reports, and presentations.
  • Screen and prioritize incoming communications as gatekeeper for executives.
  • Coordinate meetings with agendas, minutes, and action items.
  • Handle expense reports and other financial administration tasks.

Skills

Calendar management
Executive support
MS Office
Discretion
Communication

Tools

Microsoft Office
PowerPoint

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly polished Executive Administrative Assistant to support senior leadership in our Benoni office. The role requires discretion, superb organization, and the ability to anticipate executives' needs.

You will manage complex calendars, coordinate domestic and international travel, prepare confidential reports, screen communications, and support strategic initiatives with professionalism.

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