Sandton: Graduate Assistant to the CEO posted by Core Group

This is not a typical graduate role. We are looking for an exceptional graduate from one of South Africas top universities to work directly with the Group CEO of a large, fast-moving consumer technology business. This role is designed for a high-potential individual who wants to build a commercial, strategic career and gain rare exposure at Group Executive level. You will work closely with the CEO on a day-to-day basis, shadowing key meetings, preparing executive-level materials, and supporting large local and international engagements with global partners and clients. This role offers a front-row seat to how complex businesses are run, commercially, financially, and strategically. Key Responsibilities Executive Support & Exposure Shadow the Group CEO in executive, board, and senior leadership meetings Prepare high-quality reports, briefing packs, and executive presentations for global clients. Capture key decisions, actions, and outcomes from meetings and ensure follow-through Commercial & Financial Analysis Support financial and commercial analysis to inform executive decision-making Assist with preparing summaries on performance, risks, opportunities, and strategic initiatives Work with finance and business leaders to consolidate inputs into clear executive insights Reporting & Tracking Prepare executive-level reports for clients, the CEO and ExCo, including dashboards, summaries, and performance updates Track key Group initiatives, priorities, and deliverables, providing regular status updates Consolidate information across multiple business units into concise, decision-ready reporting Ensure reporting is accurate, well-structured, and aligned to executive and board expectations Who Were Looking For Completed BCom Degree (Finance would be advantageous ) Strong academic record from any of the following universities. University of Cape Town (UCT) University of the Witwatersrand (Wits) Stellenbosch University University of Pretoria (UP) University of Johannesburg (UJ) University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) North-West University (NWU) Exceptional attention to detail and ability to work with numbers and narrative Advanced PowerPoint and Excel skills (non-negotiable) Strong written and verbal communication skills Commercially curious, analytical, and confident engaging with senior executives High levels of professionalism, discretion, and maturity Able to work under pressure What Makes This Role Different Direct reporting line to the Group CEO Exposure to Group ExCo, board-level discussions, and international stakeholders Involvement in real commercial, financial, and strategic work. Accelerated learning and development rarely available at graduate level Ideal for a finance graduate seeking a commercial leadership path, rather than a traditional accounting or audit route Why Join Us This role offers exceptional exposure, responsibility, and development for the right individual. It is suited to someone ambitious, intellectually curious, and serious about building a long-term career in business leadership.