Job Description
The role
This is a high-trust, high-impact Executive Assistant role supporting a CEO and COO in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial financial services environment.
Youll be the calm, organised centre in a business where decisions are made quickly, ideas move fast, and leadership operates at a high level. One executive is highly driven, detail-focused, expressive, and particular. The other is strategic, composed, and exceptionally busy. They work in lockstep and trust each other completely. You will be the person who makes that partnership run smoothly.
This is not a passive support role. Youll be deeply embedded in how the business operates day to day, anticipating needs, filtering noise, and ensuring nothing important slips.
Why this role is special
- Direct access to senior decision-makers
- Real influence and visibility
- A role that will stretch you intellectually and professionally
- Long-term opportunity for someone who wants to be genuinely embedded in a business, not just support it
If youre the kind of Executive Assistant who takes pride in excellence, thrives alongside demanding leaders, and wants to be part of something driven and purposeful, this role will feel like home.
The environment
This is a unique financial services firm with an entrepreneurial mindset. Decisions are made quickly. Theres no unnecessary hierarchy. If something makes sense, it gets done. If it doesnt, its dropped. The culture values competence, trust, and results over politics and noise.
What youll be doing
- Managing complex executive diaries, priorities, and logistics with precision
- Acting as a gatekeeper and translator between leadership and the wider business
- Handling sensitive, confidential information with discretion and sound judgment
- Preparing, proofreading, and organising high-level correspondence, documents, and presentations
- Following up on actions, deadlines, and commitments without being asked
- Creating order in fast-changing situations and ambiguous moments
- Supporting ad hoc projects that require sharp thinking, structure, and follow-through
- Keeping executives focused by removing friction from their day
- Anticipate and be proactive
Requirements
- Matric
- Relevant Diploma / Degree (advantageous)
- 10+ years experience supporting senior executives
- Experience in financial services, legal, property, or professional services
The kind of person who thrives here
- Highly organised, naturally structured, and meticulous about detail
- Comfortable working with strong personalities and different communication styles
- Confident enough to push back when needed, tactful enough to do it well
- Emotionally intelligent, intuitive, and able to read the room
- Calm under pressure and unflappable when plans change
- A natural fixer who enjoys bringing clarity to complexity
- Loyal, reliable, and deeply professional
- Energised by pace, responsibility, and being relied on
You dont need hand-holding. You spot problems before they become problems. You enjoy being the person leadership depends on.
Benefits
Why this role is special
- Direct access to senior decision-makers
- Real influence and visibility
- A role that will stretch you intellectually and professionally
- Long-term opportunity for someone who wants to be genuinely embedded in a business, not just support it
How to Apply
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About Other IT/Computer Jobs in South Africa
In South Africa, the IT and computer industry is a significant contributor to the country’s economy, with a diverse range of job opportunities available across various sectors. Typically, these roles involve working with technology to drive business growth, improve efficiency, and enhance customer experience. Generally, careers in this field require a strong understanding of technical concepts and a willingness to adapt to changing technologies.
When it comes to salary expectations, it’s common for IT and computer professionals in South Africa to earn broad ranges that can vary significantly depending on factors such as experience, company size, and industry sector. Typically, entry-level positions may offer salaries between R400 000 and R600 000 per annum, while more senior roles can command higher figures, often ranging from R800 000 to R2 million or more, depending on the specific requirements of the job.
Common skills for IT and computer professionals in South Africa typically include proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, or C++, as well as experience with operating systems like Windows, Linux, or macOS. Data analysis and visualisation tools like Tableau, Power BI, or D3.js are also often required, particularly in roles involving data science or business intelligence. Additionally, IT professionals should be familiar with cloud computing platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, as well as cybersecurity principles to protect against threats. Other essential skills may include project management, collaboration tools like Slack or Trello, and a solid understanding of database management systems.
Industries that commonly employ IT and computer professionals in South Africa include the financial services sector, technology industry, manufacturing sector, and public sector organisations. These sectors often require specialists to design, implement, and maintain complex technological systems, ensuring they operate efficiently and securely.
Career development opportunities for IT and computer professionals in South Africa are diverse and varied. Typically, entry-level roles provide a solid foundation for progression into mid-tier positions, where professionals can take on more senior responsibilities and develop their technical expertise. With experience, it’s common to move into leadership roles or transition into related fields like data science, artificial intelligence, or cybersecurity. Many companies also offer opportunities for training, certification, and continuing education to support the ongoing development of their employees’ skills and knowledge.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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