Job Description

Senior Executive Assistant - High-Level Support in Global Commodity Trading
We are seeking a highly experienced Executive Personal Assistant or equivalent professional based in Gauteng to deliver exceptional, high-level support to two Executive Directors based in London within a dynamic, multinational resources and mining environment. This office-based role demands a proactive, technically proficient individual with Advanced Excel Expertise and a proven track record of managing complex executive needs across international time zones.
Key Responsibilities:

• Advanced data handling and reporting using Microsoft Excel (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP, macros, data analysis, and visualization) - Non-Negotiable - will be tested

• Comprehensive diary and schedule management for two senior directors, including coordination across multiple global time zones

• Preparing professional presentations in PowerPoint and collating documents for high-stakes meetings

• Organizing international travel, accommodations, visas, and logistics with a focus on efficiency and cost-effectiveness

• Tracking deadlines, reconciling expenses, and supporting ad-hoc strategic tasks, including occasional personal administration

• Building and maintaining relationships with executives, stakeholders, and external partners in a fast-paced, high-pressure setting

Key Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years' proven experience as an Executive Personal Assistant or similar, supporting at least two directors at C-suite or senior executive level

• Expert-level Microsoft Excel skills for complex data analysis, reporting, and financial modeling

• Strong PowerPoint proficiency for creating executive-level presentations

• Exceptional organizational, time management, and problem-solving abilities

• High emotional intelligence, discretion, and ability to thrive in a constantly evolving, multinational environment

• Excellent communication skills, with experience in cross-cultural and remote collaboration

• Business acumen, preferably in resources, mining, or commodity trading sectors, with sharp attention to detail and a proactive mindset

If you are a seasoned, adaptable professional with the Excel mastery and executive support expertise to make a tangible impact at the highest levels, apply now to join a leading global organization!

Skills Required