Executive Assistant to the CEO | R35,000 per Month | On-Site, Sandton | Start 1 December

About the Role

We are looking for a highly organised, proactive and commercially aware Executive Assistant to support a CEO across multiple businesses, investments and projects.

This role suits someone who thrives in a fast-moving entrepreneurial environment. You will work closely with the CEO to manage priorities, bring structure to a busy workload, coordinate stakeholders and ensure important actions are completed.

You should be comfortable anticipating needs, taking initiative and keeping things moving with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the CEO’s diary, meetings, appointments and priorities.
• Maintain and drive the CEO’s task and action list.
• Provide daily visibility of priorities, deadlines and outstanding actions.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders, following up on commitments.
• Monitor important correspondence and ensure timely responses.
• Prepare meeting documents, briefing notes and supporting information.
• Coordinate travel, accommodation and itineraries.
• Support selected business and personal administration.
• Coordinate recruitment activities and liaise with HR where required.
• Assist with projects across the CEO’s businesses and interests.
• Track important deadlines, renewals and commitments.
• Follow actions through to completion.

Requirements

About You

• Previous experience supporting a CEO, founder or senior executive.
• Exceptional organisation and attention to detail.
• A proactive, resourceful approach and confidence taking ownership.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-moving environment.
• Confidence following up with senior stakeholders.
• A high level of discretion and professionalism.
• Strong technology skills, including modern productivity and AI tools.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Sound judgement and practical problem-solving skills.
• Available to work on-site in Sandton.

What Success Looks Like

You help the CEO work more effectively by bringing structure to competing priorities, protecting their time and keeping commitments on track.

You anticipate problems, maintain clear communication and take ownership of ensuring that important actions are completed.

Before You Apply

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