Senior Remote Administrative Leader

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement contributions

Remote work flexibility

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Remote Administrative Officer to lead and optimize administrative functions from a fully remote setting. You will support senior leadership with complex scheduling, strategic planning, and scalable workflows across a dispersed workforce.

The role requires 7+ years in admin roles, strong remote collaboration skills, and a proven ability to manage confidential information with discretion. A high-speed internet setup and SA work eligibility are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years in administrative roles, with 3+ in senior or supervisory positions, preferably remote.
• Proven experience managing complex admin projects and remote operations.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication for virtual interactions.
• Ability to work autonomously with initiative in remote setting.
• Discretion and handling of confidential information.
• Stable high-speed internet and suitable home office.
• Legal eligibility to work in South Africa.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage key administrative processes and operations remotely.
• Provide advanced administrative support to senior leadership, including complex scheduling and strategic planning assistance.
• Develop and implement efficient administrative workflows for remote teams.
• Manage and maintain comprehensive digital records and databases.
• Coordinate cross-departmental projects and initiatives from a remote perspective.
• Conduct data analysis and prepare detailed reports for management review.
• Manage vendor relationships and procurement processes within a virtual framework.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and remote work best practices.
• Train and mentor junior administrative staff on virtual operational procedures.
• Act as a primary point of contact for administrative inquiries from remote stakeholders.

Skills

Administrative leadership

Remote work management

Project management

Data analysis

Communication skills

Problem solving

Autonomy

Tools

Office software

PM tools

Virtual collaboration

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Remote Administrative Officer to lead and optimize administrative functions from a fully remote setting. You will support senior leadership with complex scheduling, strategic planning, and scalable workflows across a dispersed workforce.

The role requires 7+ years in admin roles, strong remote collaboration skills, and a proven ability to manage confidential information with discretion. A high-speed internet setup and SA work eligibility are essential.