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South Africa: Executive Assistant to CEO (experience at CEO level essential) posted by BO-SMART

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About the Role

Our client, BO-SMART, is seeking an exceptional Executive Assistant to support the CEO across a demanding and fast-moving international business. This high-trust role requires someone who is organised, emotionally intelligent, discreet and genuinely enjoys helping a founder operate at a high level.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage the CEO’s diary across the UK, Europe, South Africa and other international commitments
  • Coordinate meetings, travel plans, accommodation, transfers, itineraries and last-minute changes
  • Field and prioritise emails, WhatsApp messages and calls, including occasional out-of-hours triage where appropriate
  • Draft replies, organise follow-ups and ensure important actions do not get lost
  • Support personal administration as required, including bookings, scheduling and day-to-day logistics
  • Prepare briefing notes, agendas and background information ahead of meetings and events
  • Track tasks and projects, chase actions and keep momentum across multiple workstreams
  • Liaise confidently with senior stakeholders, partners, suppliers and internal team members
  • Maintain absolute discretion with sensitive personal, commercial and strategic information

Requirements

  • Based in Cape Town or able to work there regularly
  • A South African candidate would be advantageous given the Group’s growth ambitions in the market
  • Experienced in supporting a founder, CEO or senior executive in a fast-paced business
  • Highly organised with strong judgement and the confidence to prioritise independently
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a polished and professional manner
  • Calm under pressure, adaptable and comfortable with changing plans
  • Warm, personable and grounded, with a good sense of humour and strong emotional intelligence
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Qualifications

  • None mentioned

Salary & Benefits

  • Not specified

How to Apply

Click the green “Go Apply” button below to apply directly online with the employer.

About Admin / clerical / secretarial Jobs in ZA

The Admin / Clerical / Secretarial sector is a common and diverse field in the South African job market. Typically, roles within this sector are found across various industries, with a strong presence in the financial services sector, technology industry, and manufacturing sector. Generally, these positions are in high demand, especially in fast-paced and growing organisations.

When it comes to salary expectations for Admin / Clerical / Secretarial professionals in South Africa, it’s generally difficult to provide a specific range due to variation in factors such as experience, company size, and industry sector. However, broad salary ranges can be offered as follows: For entry-level positions, salaries typically start around R15 000 – R25 000 per annum, while experienced professionals can expect higher salaries ranging from R40 000 – R80 000 per annum. These figures are subject to change and may not reflect the current market conditions.

Common skills required for Admin / Clerical / Secretarial roles include proficiency in Microsoft Office (particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), excellent communication and organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to maintain confidentiality. Additionally, knowledge of accounting software and experience with email management tools are often beneficial. Strong problem-solving skills and the capacity to adapt to new systems and processes are also highly valued.

These roles can be found in various industry sectors, including financial services, technology, manufacturing, and public sector organisations. Many companies, both large multinationals like Google and Microsoft and local South African businesses, employ Admin / Clerical / Secretarial staff to ensure efficient day-to-day operations and administrative support.

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Career development opportunities for Admin / Clerical / Secretarial professionals are generally available through training and development programs offered by employers. These may include courses in business administration, computer literacy, or languages. With experience and continuous learning, it’s possible for individuals in this field to progress into more senior roles or explore related fields such as human resources management, project coordination, or office management.


This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.



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