About the position
Join a global leader and be the right hand to a senior figure in financial services! Is this you? You're a highly organised, forward-thinking individual who thrives in a fast-paced, professional environment. You enjoy solving problems, managing complex diaries, and juggling competing priorities. You're known for your discretion, attention to detail, and ability to keep things moving behind the scenes. You're confident, reliable, and thrive when supporting senior leadership with calm efficiency and grace. What you'll be doing (and why you'll enjoy it) You'll be providing end-to-end executive support. Your day-to-day will include extensive diary and inbox management, call screening, preparing reports, and setting up meetings across time zones. You'll liaise with internal teams and offshore colleagues, coordinate travel and events, and ensure meetings are seamlessly executed. You'll also manage filing systems, expenses, office supplies, CPD tracking, and assist with client work and marketing needs. No two days will be the same, and your impact will be deeply valued across the business. We're looking for someone that's happy to be very hands on, get stuck in and no job is too big or small. Where you'll be doing it You'll be joining a prestigious financial services firm with an international presence, specializing in wealth and investment management. With a commitment to excellence and a culture of collaboration, they provide unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and development. You'll be based in professional offices in Cape Town CBD. This role will be 100% office based. What you'll need You'll need at least a matric qualification with solid experience as an Executive or Personal Assistant in a professional or financial services setting. Strong MS Office proficiency and being tech savvy is important as well as calendar management, excellent communication skills, and a high degree of discretion are essential. A secretarial qualification or diploma is advantageous, and you should be comfortable working independently while managing multiple tasks with precision. You will need to have your own car and valid driver's license. We're looking for a strong personality, someone that will work well with a Manager that is direct and very busy. We're needing someone that is self-managed and super-efficient. What you'll get You'll receive a competitive salary package and be part of a respected firm that invests in its people, encourages personal development, and offers stability and growth in a trusted industry. How to apply Please apply directly on the job portal. We respond to every application! Just give us a few days to review yours.
Desired Skills:
- Diary management
- Meeting Scheduling
- Travel booking
- Processing expenses
- Administrative Support
- Typing
- Managing Meetings
- Conference Coordinating
Desired Work Experience:
- More than 10 years
Desired Qualification Level:
- Grade 12 / Matric
