Operations & Personal Assistant to the Managing Director
A role for a disciplined, detail-driven operator who brings structure, calm, and control to a fast-moving environment
Johannesburg R15 000 per month
About Our Client
Our client is a growing, efficiency-focused business that prides itself on operational excellence, accountability, and a culture of ownership. They are driven by systems, structure, and high performance, with a leadership team that values discipline, clarity, and proactive problem-solving. This role is central to keeping operations running smoothly and supporting the MD in managing priorities, people, and workflow.
The Role : Operations & Personal Assistant
This role exists to bring order, visibility, and control to day-to-day operations while ensuring the Managing Director is fully supported both professionally and personally. Acting as the operational backbone, you'll track progress across projects, enforce accountability, streamline communication, and ensure that tasks and priorities are always moving forward. Your work will enhance productivity, reduce stress on leadership, and strengthen internal systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Minimum 3 years of experience in an operational, administrative, or PA role
- Maintain full oversight of open projects, tasks, and tickets, ensuring workflow progresses on schedule
- Follow up with team members and elevate delays or missed tasks early
- Track maintenance reports, weekly checklists, and recurring routines
- Prepare concise daily or weekly operational summaries for leadership
- Coordinate internal communication between management and technical teams
- Schedule, document, and follow up on internal meetings and action items
Collect data from time entries, ticketing tools, and CRM systems for reporting
Assist with documenting, refining, and updating SOPs and checklistsMaintain internal systems (Microsoft 365, SharePoint, Teams, ConnectWise) for consistencyManage the MD's calendar, focus blocks, and inbound communicationSupport email triage, scheduling, and day-to-day admin tasksAssist with business and personal organization tasks such as travel, errands, and appointmentsMaintain a strong internal culture and professional communication with clientsAbout You
3+ years of experience in operations, admin, assistant, or coordination rolesExceptionally organized, disciplined, and detail-orientedStrong communicator who can engage confidently across all levelsNaturally proactive with excellent follow-throughCalm, steady, and professional under pressureStrong time management with the ability to juggle multiple prioritiesTech-savvy with experience in Microsoft 365, Teams, SharePoint, and similar systemsEnjoys structure, processes, organization, and orderThrives in environments that value accountability and independenceA self-starter who anticipates needs rather than waits for instruction#J-18808-Ljbffr