EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT / OPERATIONS ADMINISTRATOR

Recruiter:

Dante Personnel

Job Ref:

CPT008365/ST

Date posted:

Tuesday, August 25, 2026

Location:

Overberg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO EXCO & OPERATIONS ADMINISTRATOR

HERMANUS

MARKET RELATED, DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE

The ideal candidate will be more than an administrator
They will act as an extension of the Managing Director and EXCO, ensuring that decisions are translated into action, operational matters are followed through and important issues do not fall through the cracks
The individual must have the maturity, discretion and organisational ability to work with confidential executive information while simultaneously having the energy and initiative to drive day-to-day operational matters to completion

POSITION INFO:
Minimum requirements:

Grade 12 / Matric is essential
A relevant tertiary qualification in Business Administration, Operations Management, Management or a related field will be advantageous
Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in an Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant, Operations Administrator, Office Manager or similar role
Previous experience supporting senior management, directors or an EXCO is strongly preferred
Experience in a law firm or professional services environment will be advantageous
Excellent computer literacy, particularly Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Strong experience in preparing reports, managing information and coordinating projects
Executive and EXCO Support
Confidential and Sensitive Matters
Communication and Stakeholder Management
Operations Administration Responsibilities
Operational Coordination
Process Management
Reporting and Data Administration
Office and Facilities Administration
Supplier and Procurement Administration
HR and Staff Administration Projects and Special Assignments
Exceptional organisational and administrative ability
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Strong time management and ability to prioritise competing demands
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong follow-up and accountability
Ability to anticipate requirements and act proactively
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to manage confidential and sensitive information with absolute discretion
Strong interpersonal skills and the confidence to communicate with senior management
Strong Microsoft (Outlook, Excel, Word etc) and data-management skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
Highly organised, structured and detail-oriented
Proactive rather than reactive
Trustworthy and discreet
Professional and confident
Commercially aware and able to understand the broader business context
Comfortable taking ownership and driving matters to completion
Comfortable following up with managers and employees regarding outstanding matters
Calm and effective under pressure
Flexible and adaptable
A strong communicator who can deal appropriately with people at all levels of the organisation

Consultant: Stephnie Taljaard - Dante Personnel Cape Town
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