Divisional Secretary (Engineering)

This private equity office in Brakpan needs an assistant who thinks two steps ahead. You don't need to be the loudest person in the room, just the one others can count on.

You'll report in Brakpan. Relocation is not covered for this one. Hours are mostly Monday to Friday, with the odd Saturday in busy months.

• Arrange events, client lunches and year-end functions.
• Manage one or two diaries in Outlook and protect focus time.
• Take minutes at board and exco meetings and track action items.
• Keep sensitive files locked and access limited to those who need it.
• Type court papers and manage trial dates for litigation roles.
• Coordinate with other PAs to find meeting slots across diaries.
• Screen calls and emails and deal with what does not need the boss.

• Matric plus a secretarial, office admin or PA diploma
• Discreet with board, salary and legal information
• At least 4 years supporting a senior manager or director
• Available for the odd early start or late finish
• Calm when plans change at the last minute

• 13th cheque and performance bonus
• Parking in a secure basement
• Medical aid and provident fund
• Hybrid days once settled in

• Expect practical tests on Word formatting, Excel and minute-taking, so brush up on styles and tables first.
• Mention a problem you solved before your boss knew about it; that story wins PA interviews.