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Divisional Secretary (Engineering) – Immediate Start

How2Apply Talent Network

Durban Central, KwaZulu-Natal

Full-time

Posted 2 hours ago

Full-time Admin & Office Support

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Job Description

Directors at this private equity office in Durban Central count on one person to keep their week on track. Good for someone who wants to build a solid track record they can put on their CV.

This post is in Durban Central (KwaZulu-Natal). Please only apply if you can travel there daily. Shifts rotate, so you'll need to be flexible about days and nights.

The work, day to day

Keep a tidy filing system, both digital and on paper.
Draft letters, reports and presentations in the house style.
Book local and international travel, visas and accommodation.
Arrange events, client lunches and year-end functions.
Screen calls and emails and deal with what does not need the boss.

Must-haves

Excellent written English and polished emails
Advanced Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
Calm when plans change at the last minute
Discreet with board, salary and legal information

Extra points for

SAP Concur or similar expense tools
Minute-taking or company secretarial training

What's in it for you

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

How to apply

Read the "What you need" list above. If you tick most of it, go ahead and apply.
Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: a CV naming the level of executives you supported, two references from executives you worked for plus your PA or secretarial qualification.
Fill in the short form below with your name and a phone number you actually answer.
Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 7 working days.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Durban Central; applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

How2Apply never charges you to apply, for training, for uniforms or for a "placement fee". If anyone asks you for money, it is a scam.

Tips to get shortlisted

State whom you supported (for example "PA to the MD of a 300-person firm") in each job heading.
Expect practical tests on Word formatting, Excel and minute-taking, so brush up on styles and tables first.