About the position
Elevate your career: Join the pinnacle of executive support in the financial services industry! Is this you? Are you a dynamic individual with exceptional organisational skills, a knack for building relationships, and a proven track record of managing a fast-paced work environment? If you pride yourself on your ability to make decisive actions, own your responsibilities, and thrive on resourcefulness, then you are the perfect candidate we're looking for. With your exceptional planning and problem-solving skills, you'll not only support but inspire your team to deliver outstanding customer experiences. Your drive for personal development is exactly what sets you apart. What you'll be doing (and why you'll enjoy it) In this vital role, you will be the cornerstone of support for the CEO, managing a diverse range of responsibilities from inbox and diary management to coordinating travel arrangements. You will facilitate the flow of information within the office, ensuring efficient communication and preparation for meetings and events. Acting as a liaison among executives, employees, clients, and external partners, your day will be filled with varied tasks that include everything from managing expenses to organising office systems, ensuring you're always engaged and pivotal to the team's success. Where you'll be doing it Our client is a leading entity in the wealth management sector with a rich history of excellence, over 500 employees across 8 geographies, and a commitment to nurturing a supportive and inclusive workplace culture, they stand at the forefront of their industry, ready to welcome a motivated individual into their Melrose, Johannesburg office. This is an in office role Monday to Friday 08:30 - 17:00. As with any Executive support role, you can expect some relevant after hours work. Their employees are ambitious, hard working individuals that are big on connection and team work. What you'll need Would be great if you had a degree or formal after high school education but most importantly, you need to have a matric certificate with a solid background as an Executive Assistant in the financial services / professional services industry. You'll need to have excellent MS Office skills, outstanding organisational and time management abilities, and a commendable level of discretion and confidentiality. Goes without saying that you'll need to have excellent verbal and written communication skills. We're looking for someone with a strong (but not combative), confident personality that will work well with a straight forward, direct CEO. What you'll get You will receive a competitive salary that includes contributions to medical aid and retirement fund. The opportunity to be part of an organisation that is not only at the apex of its industry but also deeply committed to the professional and personal growth of its employees.
Desired Skills:
- Diary Management
- Travel Arrangements
Desired Work Experience:
- 5 to 10 years
Desired Qualification Level:
- Grade 12 / Matric
