Strategic Executive Assistant to Chief of Strategy (6-Month Contract)

Boardroom Appointments; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Part time

Job summary

Boardroom Appointments is seeking an Executive Personal Assistant to provide comprehensive support to the Chief of Strategy for a 6-month contract in Midrand. You will manage calendars, coordinate travel, prepare briefs, and handle confidential communications.

The role requires at least 5 years of EA/PA experience supporting C-suite executives, preferably in corporate or financial services, with exposure to strategy or project-focused work.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience as an Executive Assistant or Personal Assistant supporting C-suite executives.
• Previous experience in a strategic or project-focused role will be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide full executive support to the Chief of Strategy, including calendar management, travel arrangements, meeting coordination, and confidential correspondence.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders on Strategy Office matters.
• Prepare, proofread, and manage presentations, reports, and briefing materials for meetings.
• Coordinate and track strategic projects, follow-ups, and action items for timely execution.
• Support planning and execution of strategy workshops, meetings, and events.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive and proprietary information.
• Liaise with senior executives, board members, and key partners on behalf of the Chief of Strategy.
• Anticipate needs and proactively propose solutions for the Chief of Strategy.

Skills

Executive support

Calendar management

Travel arrangements

Meeting coordination

Stakeholder liaison

Job description

Boardroom Appointments is seeking an Executive Personal Assistant to provide comprehensive support to the Chief of Strategy for a 6-month contract in Midrand. You will manage calendars, coordinate travel, prepare briefs, and handle confidential communications.

The role requires at least 5 years of EA/PA experience supporting C-suite executives, preferably in corporate or financial services, with exposure to strategy or project-focused work.