Divisional Secretary (Engineering)

This medical specialist rooms in Umlazi needs an assistant who thinks two steps ahead. Someone who likes a bit of variety, but also likes doing things the right way, will enjoy this.

The work is in Umlazi, KwaZulu-Natal, so you'll need a reliable way to get there every day. Shifts rotate, so you'll need to be flexible about days and nights.

• Manage one or two diaries in Outlook and protect focus time.
• Take minutes at board and exco meetings and track action items.
• Prepare expense claims and reconcile the company credit card.
• Keep sensitive files locked and access limited to those who need it.
• Arrange events, client lunches and year-end functions.

• Excellent written English and polished emails
• 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
• Matric plus a secretarial, office admin or PA diploma

• Legal secretary experience with court processes
• Minute-taking or company secretarial training
• A driver's licence for errands

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

• Mention a problem you solved before your boss knew about it; that story wins PA interviews.
• State whom you supported (for example "PA to the MD of a 300-person firm") in each job heading.