Executive Assistant (Mining House)

How2Apply Talent Network
Ballito, KwaZulu-Natal
Full-time
Posted 21 hours ago
Full-time Admin & Office Support
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Job Description

Directors at this private equity office in Ballito count on one person to keep their week on track. It suits someone who likes knowing exactly what a good day's work looks like.

You'll report in Ballito. Relocation is not covered for this one.

What you'll actually do

  • Prepare expense claims and reconcile the company credit card.
  • Book local and international travel, visas and accommodation.
  • Manage one or two diaries in Outlook and protect focus time.
  • Keep a tidy filing system, both digital and on paper.
  • Coordinate with other PAs to find meeting slots across diaries.
  • Type court papers and manage trial dates for litigation roles.
  • Keep sensitive files locked and access limited to those who need it.

What you need

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

Extra points for

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

On offer

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

How to apply

  1. Make sure the role, the hours and working in Ballito really suit you before you apply.
  2. Have the following on hand (clear photos on your phone are fine at first): your PA or secretarial qualification plus a CV naming the level of executives you supported.
  3. Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
  4. Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 10 working days.

Your application joins the How2Apply talent pool for this role, and we put shortlisted people forward to employers hiring in and around Ballito.

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

Tips to get shortlisted

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

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Job details
SalaryDiscussed at interview
Job TypeFull-time
LocationBallito, KwaZulu-Natal
CategoryAdmin & Office Support
Experience10+ years
Posted22 October 2026
Closing Date25 November 2026
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