About the position
Be the right hand to a key decision-maker and play a vital role in an international financial services firm. Is this you? You're a confident and capable professional who thrives in a fast-paced, high-level environment. You're known for your attention to detail, exceptional organisation, and calm efficiency under pressure. You build strong working relationships across all levels, take initiative, and manage competing priorities with ease. If you're the kind of person who sees what needs to be done and gets it done before being asked - this role is calling your name. What you'll be doing You'll support the Head of a Department for Middle East and Africa and senior leadership with a full suite of executive support functions. From managing complex diaries and coordinating travel to preparing high-level meetings, minutes, and documentation - you'll be central to daily operations. You'll handle compliance files, CPD tracking, billing tasks, and liaise with clients and third-party providers. There's also scope to support events, marketing activities, and contribute to team culture through social committee involvement. This is a dynamic and varied role where your ability to stay on top of it all will be key to your success. Where you'll be doing it You'll be joining a prestigious financial services firm with an international presence, specialising 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 Sandton. This role is fully office-based for the probation period and thereafter 1 day work from home. What you'll need You'll have strong experience as an Executive Assistant at Exco level within a professional services or financial services environment. You're highly proficient in MS Office, a confident communicator, and capable of working independently. A secretarial diploma or relevant qualification is a plus. You thrive on structure and process but are equally comfortable with change, taking initiative, and solving problems as they arise. You're also vibrant, energetic and a go getter. Tech savy and able to assist a team as well as an Exco member. What you'll get A competitive salary package and the opportunity to work in a respected global firm that values its people. You'll benefit from stability, growth potential, and a collaborative environment where initiative is recognised and rewarded. How to apply Please apply directly on the job portal. We do respond to everyone! Just give us a few days to work through your application.
Desired Skills:
- Diary Management
- Travel booking
- Travel Arrangements
- Minute taking
- Administrative Support
- Travel Administration
- Typing
Desired Work Experience:
- 5 to 10 years
Desired Qualification Level:
- Grade 12 / Matric
