Senior Executive Assistant to Director — Hybrid (Logistics)

Placements24; Midrand; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plan

Professional development

Hybrid work arrangements

Wellness programs

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an Executive Administrative Assistant to support a company Director in Midrand, Gauteng. The role demands discretion, top-tier organization, and proactive problem-solving to keep the Director's office efficient and effective.

You will manage calendars, arrange travel, prepare reports and presentations, coordinate meetings, and liaise with internal teams and external partners. Experience supporting C-suite is advantageous, with a strong emphasis on confidentiality and

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an executive support role or similar.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication in English.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and virtual collaboration tools.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the Director's calendar, including meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements.
• Prepare and edit correspondence, reports, presentations and documents.
• Coordinate and manage logistics for meetings, including venue, catering and tech requirements.
• Handle confidential information with utmost discretion and security.
• Act as primary contact for the Director, screening and prioritising communications.
• Assist with preparation of financial reports, expense claims, and budget tracking.
• Conduct research and compile data for projects as requested.
• Provide general administrative support (filing, photocopying, office supplies).
• Facilitate communication between the Director and other departments and external partners.

Skills

Executive support

Time management

Communication (English)

MS Office

Discretion

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Placements24 seeks an Executive Administrative Assistant to support a company Director in Midrand, Gauteng. The role demands discretion, top-tier organization, and proactive problem-solving to keep the Director's office efficient and effective.

You will manage calendars, arrange travel, prepare reports and presentations, coordinate meetings, and liaise with internal teams and external partners. Experience supporting C-suite is advantageous, with a strong emphasis on confidentiality and