Executive Assistant

Absa Group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 250 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Johannesburg is seeking an Executive Assistant to provide specialist office and executive assistance to the executive team. Responsibilities include managing complex calendars, travel arrangements, and maintaining documentation. Ideal candidates should have at least 3 years of experience supporting senior executives and hold relevant degrees or diplomas. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to dynamic business operations within a respected institution.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of recent experience supporting senior executives.
• Bachelor's degree in business, commerce, or management.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day administrative tasks like maintaining information files.
• Ensure a high quality of service by attending to every stage of delivery.
• Complete tasks timeously and manage stakeholder expectations.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

Ability to manage complex calendars

Discretion

Problem-solving

Adaptability

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's Degrees and Advanced Diplomas: Business, Commerce and Management Studies

Diploma or equivalent NQF Level 5 qualification in business administration & communications

Job description

Empowering Africa’s tomorrow, together…one story at a time.

Job Summary

To provide specialist office & executive assistance to support the executive team deliver their day-to-day tasks and responsibilities.

Key Competencies

• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Organizational Skills: Ability to manage complex calendars, travel arrangements, and confidential documentation.
• Soft Skills: Discretion, problem-solving, adaptability, and interpersonal skills are critical for success.

Key Responsibilities

• Administrative Activities: Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.
• Quality Assurance: Maintain a desired level of quality in a service or product, especially by means of attention to every stage of the process of delivery or production.
• Meeting deadlines: Completes tasks timeously.
• Dealing with Stakeholders: Taking responsibility for managing the expectations of stakeholders.

Education

Bachelor`s Degrees and Advanced Diplomas: Business, Commerce and Management Studies (Required). A Diploma or equivalent NQF Level 5 qualification in business administration & communications / Project administration or management or any other relevant qualifications.

Previous Experience

At least 3 years of recent experience supporting senior executives.

Absa Bank Limited is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. In compliance with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile and add to the diversity of the Bank. Absa Bank Limited reserves the right not to make an appointment to the post as advertised.