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Executive Assistant

Executive Assistant

Ingerop South AfricaSandton, Gauteng, South Africa
18 days ago
Job description

About Ingerop South Africa

Ingerop South Africa is a proud member of the Ingerop Group of Companies , a long-established, privately owned French consulting engineering firm . Guided by technical excellence, innovation, and integrity, we deliver sustainable engineering and project-management solutions across Southern Africa.

At Ingerop, our people are our strength . We foster a culture built on trust, professionalism, and respect — empowering our teams to deliver world-class results.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Executive Assistant / Human Resources Manager to support our executive leadership team and drive key HR initiatives.

This dual-function role requires a polished professional who can confidently manage executive administration while leading the human capital lifecycle , from recruitment and onboarding to employee relations and compliance.

You will thrive here if you are proactive, detail-driven, and committed to excellence — with a genuine passion for people and precision.

Key Responsibilities

Executive Support

  • Manage complex travel arrangements , including visas, flights, accommodation, car hire, and itineraries.
  • Coordinate and oversee meetings, events, and conferences , handling logistics, invitations, and resources.
  • Handle high-pressure situations and urgent requests with professionalism and composure.
  • Provide confidential administrative support , including drafting correspondence, transcribing minutes, and managing sensitive documents.
  • Anticipate executive needs, solve problems proactively, and ensure seamless day-to-day operations.
  • Manage select personal and corporate tasks for the executive with discretion and integrity.

Human Resources Management

  • Maintain and update employee records across HR systems and databases.
  • Oversee the full recruitment cycle , from job posting and screening to employment offers and onboarding.
  • Facilitate induction programmes and employee engagement initiatives.
  • Ensure compliance with South African labour legislation and company HR policies.
  • Support the implementation and communication of HR initiatives, policies, and procedures .
  • Provide guidance on disciplinary processes, performance management, and grievance handling.
  • Contribute to a positive, compliant, and professional work environment.
  • Key Requirements

  • Degree or Diploma in Human Resources Management (or related field).
  • Minimum 10 years’ experience in a senior PA or HR role supporting executives.
  • Proven experience in full-cycle recruitment and HR administration.
  • Excellent understanding of South African labour legislation .
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HR information systems.
  • Outstanding organisational, multitasking, and communication skills.
  • Demonstrated tenacity and follow-through — you see things to completion under pressure.
  • Discretion and professionalism in handling confidential information.
  • Willingness to travel locally and occasionally work outside standard hours.
  • Fluency in French (spoken and written) is essential.
  • Knowledge of LinkedIn Recruiter will be advantageous.
  • The Ideal Candidate

    You are proactive, dependable, and unflappable in high-pressure situations. You possess a strong sense of duty, consistently go the extra mile, and bring both strategic insight and hands-on capability to every task. Your meticulous attention to detail and calm professionalism set you apart, and your warmth and empathy make you a trusted member of the team.

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