Personal Assistant to the CEO

How2Apply Talent Network
Isando, Gauteng
Full-time
Posted 3 hours ago
Full-time Admin & Office Support
R29 000 – R40 000/month
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Job Description

You'll run a busy executive's diary, travel and paperwork at a litigation law firm in Isando. This role rewards consistency more than flash.

The work is in Isando, Gauteng, so you'll need a reliable way to get there every day.

What you'll actually do

  • Manage one or two diaries in Outlook and protect focus time.
  • Prepare expense claims and reconcile the company credit card.
  • Book local and international travel, visas and accommodation.
  • Screen calls and emails and deal with what does not need the boss.
  • Take minutes at board and exco meetings and track action items.
  • Keep a tidy filing system, both digital and on paper.

You'll need

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

Extra points for

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

On offer

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

Applying, step by step

  1. Check you meet the must-haves first; recruiters filter on those before anything else.
  2. Keep copies of these ready to send: two references from executives you worked for, a recently certified ID copy (within 3 months) plus your PA or secretarial qualification.
  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 9 working days.

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

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Before you hit apply

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

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Job details
SalaryR29 000 – R40 000/month
Job TypeFull-time
LocationIsando, Gauteng
CategoryAdmin & Office Support
Experience7+ years
Posted29 September 2026
Closing Date28 October 2026
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