Executive Personal Assistant

What we're looking for: Minimum 5–8 years ' experience as an Executive PA / Executive Assistant supporting senior management, C-suite, or a board Relevant diploma or tertiary qualification in Office/Business Administration strongly preferred Above-average verbal and written communication skills — confident, articulate, and comfortable representing the executive office at any level High-end attention to detail; nothing leaves your desk without being right Proven ability to manage multiple competing priorities and multitask under pressure without losing composure or accuracy Strong working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint); minute-taking experience essential Highly organised, proactive, and able to anticipate needs before being asked Unquestionable discretion and trustworthiness when handling sensitive or confidential information Polished, professional presentation and gravitas when engaging with executives, clients, and stakeholders A valid driver's licence and own reliable transport Experience supporting leadership within professional services, financial services, or a consulting environment A calm, unflappable nature — you're at your best when things are moving fast A stable track record with previous employers rather than frequent job changes Project management or Executive Assistant certification (e.g. PMP, PRINCE2, or similar) advantageous Duties and responsibilities: Owning complex diary and calendar management for senior executives, proactively resolving clashes and protecting their time Coordinating board and leadership meetings — agendas, packs, minute-taking, and follow-through on action items Arranging detailed local and international travel and logistics Managing correspondence and acting as a filter and gatekeeper for the executive office Handling confidential business, financial, and personal matters with absolute discretion and sound judgement Preparing, formatting, and quality-checking documents, reports, and presentations to a polished, client-ready standard Liaising confidently and professionally with clients, service providers, and stakeholders at all levels, including board members Driving multiple administrative and project workstreams simultaneously, tracking deadlines and flagging risks before they become problems Supporting basic office and budget administration where required Acting as a trusted sounding board and problem-solver for the executive team Our client, an established consulting firm in the financial and employee benefits services space, is looking for a highly capable, senior-level Executive Personal Assistant to become the right hand to their leadership team. This is a professional, client-facing environment, and the role carries real trust and autonomy — you'll be relied on to run the executive office with minimal oversight, not just keep a diary. If you've spent the last several years operating at executive level, know how to read a room before you're even in it, and can hold multiple moving parts in your head without dropping any of them — this one's worth a conversation. #mycareercraft #mycareercraftjobs #jobsmycareercraft #PAjobs #secretaryjobs #jobsgauteng