Executive Secretary - Gauteng

Reference PE003655
Location Gauteng, JHB - Central
Salary Interval Monthly
Package None-negotiable
Description

Requirements:

  • Diploma or Degree in Business Administration or Office Management (preferred).
  • Minimum of 5+ years' experience as a Personal Assistant or Executive Assistant.
  • Proven experience supporting multiple senior executives simultaneously.
  • Strong organisational and time management skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • High attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Ability to multitask and prioritise under pressure.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and professional discretion.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach.
  • Highly professional and reliable.
  • Strong sense of urgency and accountability.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.
  • Trustworthy with high levels of integrity and confidentiality.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide executive support to the Managing Director and Executive Directors.
  • Welcome, screen and escort visitors to Directors' offices or the Boardroom.
  • Act as the first point of contact for Directors by screening calls, correspondence, post, documents and items for signature.
  • Manage in-trays and out-trays, distribute cleared items and communicate further instructions as required.
  • Assist with diary management, scheduling meetings, appointments and travel arrangements.
  • Perform general administrative duties, including typing, document preparation, dictation and transcription.
  • Manage and respond to emails when requested.
  • Prepare PowerPoint presentations and supporting documentation.
  • Coordinate EXCO meeting preparation, including agendas, reports, meeting minutes and tracking report deadlines.
  • Prepare Board meeting packs and related documentation.
  • Assist with compiling Directors' reports, including populating tables, graphs and editing reports.
  • Load, index and organise reports on Microsoft Teams for EXCO meetings.
  • Set up boardrooms and meeting rooms.
  • Arrange refreshments and lunches for meetings.
  • Manage head office stationery, including ordering, distribution, stock control and reporting.
  • Manage grocery procurement, distribution, reporting and supporting documentation.
  • Process purchase orders and supplier invoices on Embrace.
  • Maintain electronic and physical filing systems, archiving and confidential document shredding.
  • Provide backup for credit card transactions and assist with cash receipt administration.
  • Arrange flights, accommodation, car hire and travel itineraries for executives and staff.
  • Manage travel documentation, expense reconciliations and travel claims.
  • Arrange insurance-related vehicle hire where required.
  • Manage the Boardroom calendar.
  • Oversee cleaning contracts, cleaning staff and cleaning rosters.
  • Manage cleaning materials and ensure the Executive office, kitchen and surrounding areas are clean, organised and free from obstacles.
Please note that if you do not receive a response within 2 weeks, your application has been unsuccessful.

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