Personal Assistant to Two Directors

How2Apply Talent Network
Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal
Full-time
Posted 1 hour ago
Full-time Admin & Office Support
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Job Description

This litigation law firm in Umhlanga needs an assistant who thinks two steps ahead. You'll work with a small crew, so being easy to work with matters as much as skill.

You'll report in Umhlanga. Relocation is not covered for this one.

The work, day to day

  • Manage one or two diaries in Outlook and protect focus time.
  • Book local and international travel, visas and accommodation.
  • Prepare expense claims and reconcile the company credit card.
  • Take minutes at board and exco meetings and track action items.
  • Keep sensitive files locked and access limited to those who need it.
  • Arrange events, client lunches and year-end functions.
  • Type court papers and manage trial dates for litigation roles.

Must-haves

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

Helpful, not essential

  • SAP Concur or similar expense tools
  • A driver's licence for errands

What you get

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

How to apply

  1. Read the "What you need" list above. If you tick most of it, go ahead and apply.
  2. Keep copies of these ready to send: two references from executives you worked for, a CV naming the level of executives you supported plus a recently certified ID copy (within 3 months).
  3. Use the form on this page. It takes about two minutes and you don't need to upload anything yet.
  4. Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 6 working days.

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

Applying is free. Nobody from How2Apply will ever ask you to pay for anything to get this job.

Tips to get shortlisted

  • 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.

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Job details
SalaryDiscussed at interview
Job TypeFull-time
LocationUmhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal
CategoryAdmin & Office Support
Experience10+ years
Posted1 November 2026
Closing Date4 December 2026
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