Executive Assistant (Mining House)

Directors at this private equity office in Boksburg 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.

The work is in Boksburg, Gauteng, so you'll need a reliable way to get there every day. The first two weeks are spent shadowing someone experienced.

• Prepare expense claims and reconcile the company credit card.
• Type court papers and manage trial dates for litigation roles.
• Screen calls and emails and deal with what does not need the boss.
• Book local and international travel, visas and accommodation.
• Coordinate with other PAs to find meeting slots across diaries.
• Draft letters, reports and presentations in the house style.

• Calm when plans change at the last minute
• At least 4 years supporting a senior manager or director
• Advanced Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Discreet with board, salary and legal information
• Excellent written English and polished emails

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

• 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.