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Executive Assistant (Mining House)

How2Apply Talent Network

Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng

Full-time

Posted 1 hour ago

Full-time Admin & Office Support

R29 000 – R36 500/month

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Job Description

This litigation law firm in Vanderbijlpark needs an assistant who thinks two steps ahead. It suits someone who likes knowing exactly what a good day's work looks like.

This post is Vanderbijlpark-based, with most of your time spent at a litigation law firm.

The work, day to day

Coordinate with other PAs to find meeting slots across diaries.
Arrange events, client lunches and year-end functions.
Screen calls and emails and deal with what does not need the boss.
Type court papers and manage trial dates for litigation roles.
Book local and international travel, visas and accommodation.

Must-haves

Excellent written English and polished emails
Matric plus a secretarial, office admin or PA diploma
Calm when plans change at the last minute
Discreet with board, salary and legal information
Advanced Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

Helpful, not essential

SAP Concur or similar expense tools
Legal secretary experience with court processes

What's in it for you

Medical aid and provident fund
Hybrid days once settled in
Parking in a secure basement

How to apply for this job

Check you meet the must-haves first; recruiters filter on those before anything else.
Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: two references from executives you worked for plus a recently certified ID copy (within 3 months).
Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
If you're shortlisted you'll hear from us within 6 working days, usually by phone.

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

How2Apply never charges you to apply, for training, for uniforms or for a "placement fee". If anyone asks you for money, it is a scam.

Tips to get shortlisted

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.