Executive PA (Private Equity) – Permanent

How2Apply Talent Network
Midrand, Gauteng
Temporary
Posted 8 hours ago
Temporary Admin & Office Support
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Job Description

At this private equity office in Midrand, you'll be the person who knows where everything and everyone is. This role rewards consistency more than flash.

Location: Midrand, Gauteng. Applicants who already live in the area get looked at first. Most weeks are 45 hours, in line with the BCEA.

The work, day to day

  • Keep a tidy filing system, both digital and on paper.
  • Screen calls and emails and deal with what does not need the boss.
  • Prepare expense claims and reconcile the company credit card.
  • Keep sensitive files locked and access limited to those who need it.
  • Take minutes at board and exco meetings and track action items.

You'll need

  • Matric plus a secretarial, office admin or PA diploma
  • At least 4 years supporting a senior manager or director
  • Excellent written English and polished emails
  • Advanced Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

Extra points for

  • Legal secretary experience with court processes
  • Afrikaans or another second language for client work
  • SAP Concur or similar expense tools

On offer

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

Applying, step by step

  1. Check you meet the must-haves first; recruiters filter on those before anything else.
  2. Have the following on hand (clear photos on your phone are fine at first): two references from executives you worked for plus a recently certified ID copy (within 3 months).
  3. Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
  4. Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 5 working days.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Midrand; 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.

How to stand out

  • 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 TypeTemporary
LocationMidrand, Gauteng
CategoryAdmin & Office Support
Experience9+ years
Posted28 September 2026
Closing Date29 October 2026
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