Executive Assistant

Sandton, Johannesburg, South Africa

Job Description

We are seeking a highly resourceful, proactive, and detail-oriented Executive Assistant to support an Executive. This role is designed for a strategic partner who thrives in a fast-paced environment and acts as a force multiplier--amplifying the effectiveness and efficiency of the leadership team. The ideal candidate is a master of time management, communication, and discretion, with a proven ability to anticipate needs, manage competing priorities, and drive results through seamless coordination and execution. Job Responsibilities
Requirements
Executive Support & Calendar Management

  • Provide high-level calendar management for the Executive, including prioritizing meetings, resolving scheduling conflicts, and ensuring optimal time allocation.
  • Anticipate needs and proactively manage logistics to ensure smooth daily operations.
Meeting & Event Coordination
  • Plan, schedule, and coordinate internal and external meetings and events such a dinners and lunches, including agenda preparation, attendance tracking, presentation material development, and minute-taking.
  • Track action items and follow up with responsible parties to ensure timely completion.
Administrative & Operational Support
  • Handle a wide range of administrative tasks: travel arrangements, expense reports, document preparation, and correspondence.
  • Support the Executive with special projects, research, and the creation of high-impact presentations and reports.
Stakeholder Liaison
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders on behalf of the Executive. Manage sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
Strategic Partnership
  • Keep the Executive informed of key priorities, deadlines, and developments.
  • Act as a "barometer" for the team, sensing issues and opportunities and ensuring the General Manager is prepared and aligned.
Desired Skills and Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree or 3-year tertiary qualification in Office Management or Business Administration
  • Minimum 5 years' experience as an Executive Assistant
  • Significant executive support experience, including supporting C-level executives.
  • Expert proficiency with Microsoft Office and desktop publishing software; ability to design and edit graphic presentations and materials.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Exceptional organizational skills and impeccable attention to detail.
  • High degree of professionalism in dealing with diverse groups of people, including Board members, senior executives, staff, community leaders and lenders.
  • Make appropriate, informed decisions regarding priorities and available time.
  • Ability to complete a high volume of tasks and projects with little or no guidance.
  • Ability to react with appropriate levels of urgency to situations and events that require quick response or turnaround.
  • Ability to maintain a high level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information.
  • Excellent judgment is essential.
  • Ability to switch gears at a moment's notice.
  • Thrive in an intense, do-it-yourself, start-up environment.
Competencies
Leadership Capabilities:
  • Participative Leadership
  • Planning & Organizing
  • Monitoring & Measuring Cognitive Capabilities:
  • Analysis & Attention to detail
  • Problem Solving
  • Critical thinking
Interpersonal Capabilities:
  • Assertive
  • Methodical
  • Drive & Action Oriented
  • Flexibility
  • Excellence & Quality Orientation

Skills Required

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1618002
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Sandton, Johannesburg, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned