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Executive PA (Private Equity) – Fixed-Term

How2Apply Talent Network

Cape Town CBD, Western Cape

Full-time

Posted 1 day ago

Full-time Admin & Office Support

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Job Description

You'll run a busy executive's diary, travel and paperwork at a private equity office in Cape Town CBD. It suits someone who likes knowing exactly what a good day's work looks like.

You'll be based at a private equity office in Cape Town CBD. Living nearby, or on a taxi route to it, really helps. Overtime comes up in peak season and is paid.

What you'll actually do

Coordinate with other PAs to find meeting slots across diaries.
Take minutes at board and exco meetings and track action items.
Draft letters, reports and presentations in the house style.
Keep sensitive files locked and access limited to those who need it.
Book local and international travel, visas and accommodation.
Prepare expense claims and reconcile the company credit card.
Keep a tidy filing system, both digital and on paper.

You'll need

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

Extra points for

SAP Concur or similar expense tools
Afrikaans or another second language for client work

What you get

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

Applying, step by step

Check you meet the must-haves first; recruiters filter on those before anything else.
Keep copies of these ready to send: your PA or secretarial qualification plus a CV naming the level of executives you supported.
Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 6 working days.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Cape Town CBD; 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.

Before you hit apply

Mention a problem you solved before your boss knew about it; that story wins PA interviews.
Expect practical tests on Word formatting, Excel and minute-taking, so brush up on styles and tables first.