Personal Assistant

SUMMARY:
Our client is seeking a dynamic Personal Assistant to the MD of a large company. You will play a pivotal role in enhancing the MD's efficiency and effectiveness across all areas of responsibility.

POSITION INFO:
This role requires a proactive individual with strong project management capabilities, exceptional administrative and logistical skills, and a high level of emotional intelligence. Anticipating needs, managing priorities, and ensuring seamless day-to-day operations are critical to success in this position.

Qualifications & experience:

• Senior certificate (NQF 4)
• 5 - 7 years experience in a similar support role

• SA citizen.
• Code B driver's license and own reliable transport.
• Primarily office based with occasional travel.
• Must be available outside regular office hours and able to respond on short notice.
• Required to handle personal matters and errands as needed.

• Efficient admin & proactive project support.
• Professional management of the MD's calendar, correspondence, and documentation.
• Skilled in organising meetings and taking as well as distributing accurate minutes.
• Proficient in logistics and travel arrangements, including for personal and family needs.
• Strong reconciliation and reporting skills, especially regarding invoices and data.
• High level of discretion with sensitive and confidential information.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office.
• Calm under pressure with proven ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Maintains organised filing systems and ensures high-quality output in presentations/ documents.

• Efficient/ cost-effective use of company resources.
• High standard, professional client communication.
• Smooth management of the MD's schedule, travel (including family) and meetings.
• Positive stakeholder engagement/ relationship building.
• Well-executed admin, logistical, and reporting tasks.