Executive PA (Private Equity)

How2Apply Talent Network
Epping, 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 litigation law firm in Epping. This role rewards consistency more than flash.

Home base is a litigation law firm on the Epping side of Western Cape.

What your day looks like

  • Book local and international travel, visas and accommodation.
  • Screen calls and emails and deal with what does not need the boss.
  • Keep sensitive files locked and access limited to those who need it.
  • Draft letters, reports and presentations in the house style.
  • Coordinate with other PAs to find meeting slots across diaries.
  • Arrange events, client lunches and year-end functions.

You'll need

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

Helpful, not essential

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

On offer

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

Applying, step by step

  1. Check you meet the must-haves first; recruiters filter on those before anything else.
  2. Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: a recently certified ID copy (within 3 months), a CV naming the level of executives you supported plus two references from executives you worked for.
  3. Fill in the short form below with your name and a phone number you actually answer.
  4. Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 5 working days.

Your application joins the How2Apply talent pool for this role, and we put shortlisted people forward to employers hiring in and around Epping.

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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.

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Job details
SalaryDiscussed at interview
Job TypeFull-time
LocationEpping, Western Cape
CategoryAdmin & Office Support
Experience6+ years
Posted16 October 2026
Closing Date15 November 2026
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