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Personal Assistant to the CEO

How2Apply Talent Network

Brackenfell, Western Cape

Full-time

Posted 1 day ago

Full-time Admin & Office Support

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Job Description

This engineering group in Brackenfell needs an assistant who thinks two steps ahead. You don't need to be the loudest person in the room, just the one others can count on.

The site is in Brackenfell; early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying. Hours are mostly Monday to Friday, with the odd Saturday in busy months.

What you'll actually do

Take minutes at board and exco meetings and track action items.
Arrange events, client lunches and year-end functions.
Screen calls and emails and deal with what does not need the boss.
Draft letters, reports and presentations in the house style.
Coordinate with other PAs to find meeting slots across diaries.
Book local and international travel, visas and accommodation.

Must-haves

Discreet with board, salary and legal information
At least 4 years supporting a senior manager or director
Advanced Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
Excellent written English and polished emails
Matric plus a secretarial, office admin or PA diploma
Available for the odd early start or late finish

Extra points for

Minute-taking or company secretarial training
Legal secretary experience with court processes
A driver's licence for errands

What you get

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

How to apply for this job

Read the "What you need" list above. If you tick most of it, go ahead and apply.
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).
Use the form on this page. It takes about two minutes and you don't need to upload anything yet.
If you're shortlisted you'll hear from us within 8 working days, usually by phone.

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

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.