Senior Fully Remote Administrative Lead

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 560,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Remote Administrative Specialist to join our fully remote team. You will provide high-level administrative support to executives, manage complex calendars, coordinate events, and produce key reports from your home office.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in senior admin roles, excels at organization, communication, and workflow optimization, and can work independently with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive experience in senior administrative roles, with remote work preferred.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management abilities for remote operations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication across digital platforms.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and virtual collaboration tools.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and handle projects.
• Reliable high-speed internet and a professional home office setup.
• Experience in process improvement and workflow optimization.
• Discretion with confidential information; professional conduct.
• Relevant tertiary qualification or professional certification is a significant advantage.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior-level administrative support to executives and project teams remotely.
• Manage complex calendars, schedule virtual meetings, and coordinate large-scale events.
• Prepare high-quality reports, presentations, and critical business documents.
• Oversee and manage digital filing systems and document control processes.
• Conduct research, compile data, and prepare summaries for strategic initiatives.
• Develop and implement improved administrative workflows and procedures.
• Act as a primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders in a virtual capacity.
• Manage travel arrangements and logistical coordination for remote personnel.
• Assist with onboarding and offboarding administrative processes for remote employees.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior administrative staff when required.

Skills

Remote work experience

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

MS Office Proficiency

Project management

Self-motivated / independent worker

Education

Tertiary qualification or professional certification

Tools

Zoom

Slack

Asana

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Remote Administrative Specialist to join our fully remote team. You will provide high-level administrative support to executives, manage complex calendars, coordinate events, and produce key reports from your home office.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in senior admin roles, excels at organization, communication, and workflow optimization, and can work independently with minimal supervision.