Trainee Administrative Assistant

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Professional development

Performance reviews

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a diligent Trainee Administrative Assistant for our Pretoria office to gain foundational experience in office administration and business operations.

You will support daily administrative tasks, learn essential office management skills, and collaborate with experienced staff in a busy corporate setting in Gauteng. This role offers a structured learning environment with growth opportunities and regular feedback.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn new tasks.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily administrative tasks, including managing correspondence, filing, and data entry.
• Schedule appointments, meetings, and manage calendars for management staff.
• Answer phone calls and direct inquiries to the appropriate personnel.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and other documents as required.
• Maintain office supplies inventory and coordinate with vendors.
• Provide general support to visitors and assist with office organization.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Strong written and verbal communicatio

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a diligent and organized individual to join their Pretoria office as a Trainee Administrative Assistant . This role is perfect for someone looking to gain foundational experience in office administration and business operations. You will support various administrative functions, learn essential office management skills, and work closely with experienced administrative staff. This position offers a structured learning environment where you can develop crucial professional skills and contribute to the smooth running of daily operations in a busy corporate setting in Gauteng .

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with daily administrative tasks, including managing correspondence, filing, and data entry.
• Schedule appointments, meetings, and manage calendars for management staff.
• Answer phone calls and direct inquiries to the appropriate personnel.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and other documents as required.
• Maintain office supplies inventory and coordinate with vendors.
• Provide general support to visitors and assist with office organization.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent qualification.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn new tasks.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

Benefits

• Comprehensive on-the-job training in administrative functions.
• Opportunity to develop professional skills in a supportive office environment.
• Exposure to various business operations within the company.
• Regular performance reviews and feedback sessions.
• A standard work week with opportunities for growth within the organization in Pretoria .