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Parvana Strategic Sourcing

Executive Assistant at Parvana Recruitment

Parvana Strategic Sourcing

  • R Undisclosed
  • Permanent Senior position
  • Cape Town
  • Posted 26 Sep 2025 by Parvana Strategic Sourcing
  • Expires in 28 days
  • Job 2623214 - Ref 448937000109024
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About the position

About the client:

This forward-thinking property developer is highly successful and growing rapidly building on the principles of design excellence, sustainability, and community enrichment, their developments boast beautiful and intuitively designed apartments situated in thriving neighbourhoods. Joining this dynamic company will provide you with the opportunity to take your career to the next level whilst working alongside passionate individuals who are advocates of city living. As a member of this team, you will have the opportunity to be actively involved in the development of cutting-edge and high-scale projects, and to make a significant contribution to the continued growth and success of the company as well as your own career.

 

What you will be doing:

  • Manage and prioritise the CEO's calendar and schedules, acting as a trusted gatekeeper to optimise their time and focus. This includes coordinating confidential projects and overseeing travel arrangements.
  • Act as a central point of contact for senior leadership, stakeholders, and external partners. Your role is to ensure smooth communication, track action items, and support the successful execution of company priorities.
  • Handle all administrative functions, including correspondence, expenses, and digital filing. You will also ensure the timely processing of company and CEO-related financial matters.
  • Handle the CEO's personal appointments, family calendars, and travel arrangements.
  • Oversee all household and property-related matters, including coordinating contractors and managing maintenance.
  • Manage all sensitive personal information with the highest level of confidentiality and discretion, including running errands and providing occasional support to family members.

 

What our client is looking for:

  • A relevant tertiary qualification would be beneficial (Business Administration, Office Management, etc.)
  • Certifications in project management, executive support, or digital productivity tools are advantageous.
  • 3 - 5 years of proven experience as an Executive or Personal Assistant supporting C-suite or senior executives.
  • Outstanding written and verbal communication skills are essential. You must be highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of exceptional time management and multitasking.
  • Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite and have experience with calendar, travel, and expense management systems.
  • Comfortable using digital collaboration tools like Teams.
  • Possess a high level of integrity, confidentiality, and discretion. You are professional, tactful, and trustworthy, with the ability to balance business and personal priorities.
  • Proactive and resourceful mindset, with the ability to anticipate needs, adapt quickly to shifting priorities, and remain calm and composed under pressure.
  • Strong emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills, which are crucial for liaising effectively with senior leadership and stakeholders.

 

Job ID:

  • J107029

 

For a more comprehensive list of opportunities that we have on offer, do visit our website - [URL Removed]

Desired Skills:

  • Executive Assistant
  • property developer
  • CEO support

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Parvana Strategic Sourcing

About the agency

We are a recruitment company specialising in IT, telco & Finance with offices in South Africa and the United Kingdom. We are a highly skilled team that endeavours to provide a personal, efficient and value add service. PARVANA is Persian for butterfly. An unusual name for a recruitment agency perhaps, but we like to think it will stick with you next time you think about new opportunities. At Parvana, we pride ourselves on our ability to not only assist our clients who are trying to find the best talent, but to guide and offer advice to our candidates who are looking for a new career. That’s why when any executive or high profile employee is looking for a new career, they head directly to Parvana - and so should you.

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