Personal Assistant to CEO

In brief

**Overview** This document explains the role of a Personal Assistant to the CEO at Recruit'd. The position primarily involves providing comprehensive administrative and organisational support to the CEO, managing front-of-house operations, and coordinating office support staff to ensure the smooth running of the office environment. **What you will do** * **Executive Support** * Provide comprehensive administrative and organisational support to the CEO. * Manage the CEO's diary, appointments, meetings and scheduling requirements. * Coordinate meetings, prepare documentation and ensure all necessary arrangements are in place. * Manage correspondence, telephone calls and follow-ups professionally and efficiently. * Anticipate requirements, take initiative and ensure that outstanding tasks are followed through to completion. * Handle confidential information and sensitive matters with the utmost discretion. * **Reception and Front-of-House** * Manage reception duties and serve as the first point of contact for visitors and incoming calls. * Welcome visitors professionally and ensure a pleasant, well-organised front-of-house experience. * Maintain a professional and presentable reception area. * Manage incoming and outgoing correspondence and assist with general office administration. * **Office and Support Staff Coordination** * Coordinate and oversee the daily activities of support staff, including cleaning and domestic personnel. * Allocate tasks, monitor performance and ensure that expected standards are consistently maintained. * Ensure that office spaces and relevant facilities remain clean, organised and presentable. * Communicate expectations clearly, follow up on outstanding tasks and address issues when necessary. * Maintain accountability while treating all staff members fairly and respectfully. * Oversee day-to-day operational requirements to ensure the smooth running of the office. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Previous experience in a Personal Assistant, Executive Assistant or similar administrative support role. * Experience in a professional corporate environment. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Exceptional attention to detail and strong organisational abilities. * A polished, professional and well-presented demeanour. * Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general office administration systems. * The ability to handle confidential information with discretion. * Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate confidently and respectfully with people at all levels. * The ability to prioritise tasks, manage competing demands and work independently. * Previous experience coordinating or supervising support staff would be advantageous. **Who should apply** This role is suited for an experienced Personal or Executive Assistant with a background in a professional corporate environment. The ideal candidate will possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, exceptional attention to detail, and strong organisational abilities. They should present themselves professionally, be proficient in Microsoft Office and office administration systems, and be capable of handling confidential information with discretion. Strong interpersonal skills are essential, along with the ability to communicate confidently and respectfully with all levels of staff. The candidate must be able to prioritise tasks, manage competing demands independently, and ideally have experience coordinating or supervising support staff. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.jobmail.co.za/jobs/sales-marketing/client-services-sales-support/gauteng/personal-assistant-to-ceo-id-7601304 Source: jobmail

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