Executive Assistant (Mining House)

This private equity office in Prospecton needs an assistant who thinks two steps ahead. This is a good step for someone who wants proper routine and a manager who notices good work.

This post is in Prospecton (KwaZulu-Natal). Please only apply if you can travel there daily. Start date: as soon as possible for the right person.

• Book local and international travel, visas and accommodation.
• Screen calls and emails and deal with what does not need the boss.
• Take minutes at board and exco meetings and track action items.
• Draft letters, reports and presentations in the house style.
• Type court papers and manage trial dates for litigation roles.
• Coordinate with other PAs to find meeting slots across diaries.

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

• Afrikaans or another second language for client work
• A driver's licence for errands
• Legal secretary experience with court processes

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

• 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.