Executive PA (Private Equity)

This engineering group in Atlantis needs an assistant who thinks two steps ahead. Good for someone who wants to build a solid track record they can put on their CV.

This post is in Atlantis (Western Cape). Please only apply if you can travel there daily. Weekend work is on a roster, so you won't be on every weekend.

• Arrange events, client lunches and year-end functions.
• Screen calls and emails and deal with what does not need the boss.
• Keep a tidy filing system, both digital and on paper.
• Manage one or two diaries in Outlook and protect focus time.
• Book local and international travel, visas and accommodation.
• Keep sensitive files locked and access limited to those who need it.
• Type court papers and manage trial dates for litigation roles.

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

• Afrikaans or another second language for client work
• Legal secretary experience with court processes

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

• 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.