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Divisional Secretary (Engineering) – Experienced

How2Apply Talent Network

Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal

Full-time

Posted 2 hours ago

Full-time Admin & Office Support

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Job Description

You'll run a busy executive's diary, travel and paperwork at a private equity office in Umhlanga. If you turn up on time and finish what you start, you'll fit in quickly.

Location: Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal. Applicants who already live in the area get looked at first.

What you'll actually do

Take minutes at board and exco meetings and track action items.
Prepare expense claims and reconcile the company credit card.
Screen calls and emails and deal with what does not need the boss.
Keep sensitive files locked and access limited to those who need it.
Keep a tidy filing system, both digital and on paper.

Must-haves

Calm when plans change at the last minute
Available for the odd early start or late finish
Excellent written English and polished emails
Discreet with board, salary and legal information
Matric plus a secretarial, office admin or PA diploma

On offer

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

Applying, step by step

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 recently certified ID copy (within 3 months), your PA or secretarial qualification plus a CV naming the level of executives you supported.
Fill in the short form below with your name and a phone number you actually answer.
If you're shortlisted you'll hear from us within 10 working days, usually by phone.

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

Applying is free. Nobody from How2Apply will ever ask you to pay for anything to get this job.

How to stand out

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