Personal Assistant to the CEO

Directors at this mining head office in Durban Central count on one person to keep their week on track. It's the kind of job where doing the basics well every day gets you noticed.

You'll be based at a mining head office in Durban Central. Living nearby, or on a taxi route to it, really helps. Shifts rotate, so you'll need to be flexible about days and nights.

• Keep a tidy filing system, both digital and on paper.
• Keep sensitive files locked and access limited to those who need it.
• 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.
• Prepare expense claims and reconcile the company credit card.

• Excellent written English and polished emails
• At least 4 years supporting a senior manager or director
• Calm when plans change at the last minute
• Available for the odd early start or late finish

• A driver's licence for errands
• Minute-taking or company secretarial training

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

• State whom you supported (for example "PA to the MD of a 300-person firm") in each job heading.
• Mention a problem you solved before your boss knew about it; that story wins PA interviews.