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Senior Executive Assistant - 45146798111 South Africa

Senior Executive Assistant - 45146798111 South Africa

SomewhereWorkFromHome, Western Cape, South Africa
1 day ago
Job description

Overview

Role : Senior Executive Assistant

Priority Location : LatAM / South Africa

Working Hours : 9 AM - 5 PM US Eastern Time (with flexibility of US Pacific hours, evenings & weekends as needed for urgent matters)

Salary Range : USD 4000 - 4500 USD per month (The final offer is at the client’s discretion and depends on the candidate’s interview result, skills, and experience.)

Type of contract : Independent Contractor

Type of job : Remote

About the Role

This is a critical role that requires exceptional organization, communication, and problem-solving skills. The ideal candidate will have experience working directly with C-suite executives and be able to seamlessly manage the CEO's calendar, travel, and other day-to-day tasks.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage the CEO's calendar, including scheduling meetings, coordinating travel, and handling last-minute changes
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for the CEO, fielding inquiries and requests from internal and external stakeholders
  • Provide administrative support such as expense reporting, meeting preparation, and document management
  • Anticipate the CEO's needs and proactively address issues before they arise
  • Maintain discretion and confidentiality when handling sensitive information
  • Respond to requests and action items quickly and efficiently.
  • Ensure reliability and management of tasks without needing elevation to higher management.
  • Handle requests that may come in outside of standard working hours.

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of experience as an executive assistant, preferably supporting a C-suite executive
  • Exceptional organizational and time management skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize
  • Strong English written and verbal communication skills with a professional demeanor
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and experience with calendar / scheduling tools
  • Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, and weekends as needed
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a remote team
  • Familiarity with US time zones and availability to support the CEO's travel schedule
  • Ability to work Eastern Standard Time hours and remain flexible when needed.
  • Strong organizational skills and familiarity with ticketing systems for task management.
  • Strong organizational, communication, and coordination skills, ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
  • Professional, polished and discretion, with proven experience handling confidential information.
  • Background in large organizations (1,000+ employees).
  • Preferred

  • Experience working with offshore / remote teams
  • Knowledge of project management tools and techniques
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