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Personal Assistant to Two Directors – Permanent

How2Apply Talent Network

Somerset West, Western Cape

Full-time

Posted 2 hours 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 private equity office in Somerset West. You'll work with a small crew, so being easy to work with matters as much as skill.

You'll be based at a private equity office in Somerset West. Living nearby, or on a taxi route to it, really helps. Overtime comes up in peak season and is paid.

What your day looks like

Screen calls and emails and deal with what does not need the boss.
Draft letters, reports and presentations in the house style.
Keep a tidy filing system, both digital and on paper.
Keep sensitive files locked and access limited to those who need it.
Coordinate with other PAs to find meeting slots across diaries.
Prepare expense claims and reconcile the company credit card.
Book local and international travel, visas and accommodation.

What you need

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

Helpful, not essential

Afrikaans or another second language for client work
SAP Concur or similar expense tools

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

Check you meet the must-haves first; recruiters filter on those before anything else.
Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: two references from executives you worked for, a recently certified ID copy (within 3 months) plus a CV naming the level of executives you supported.
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 9 working days, usually by phone.

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

Expect practical tests on Word formatting, Excel and minute-taking, so brush up on styles and tables first.
State whom you supported (for example "PA to the MD of a 300-person firm") in each job heading.