Executive Assistant to CEO

Our client in Somerset West seeks an experienced Executive Assistant to support their CEO. Requirements include a Matric qualification, with a relevant tertiary degree preferred. The ideal candidate will have 4-5 years of similar role experience, with skills in lead generation and administrative tasks in technical environments advantageous. Strong interpersonal skills, problem-solving abilities, and proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint are essential. This role demands independence, adaptability, and excellent organizational skills.

A recent professional profile photo is to accompany your application
EMPLOYMENT TYPE : Permanent
SECTOR : PA / Administration
BASIC SALARY : Market related
START DATE : A.S.A.P / Immediate

REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12
• Relevant tertiary qualification will be advantageous
• Minimum of 4-5 years’ experience in a similar role
• Lead Generation experience will be an advantage
• Administrative experience in a technical product-based environment will be an advantage
• Driver’s license and own transport
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Problem solver
• Adaptable and flexible
• Initiative and resourcefulness to work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a team
• Good computer literacy in Excel and PowerPoint
• Excellent organizational skills and time management skills

• Manage the CEO's calendar, scheduling appointments, meetings, and travel arrangements, and proactively anticipate scheduling conflicts to optimize time management
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders
• Screen and prioritize incoming communications and report inquiries to the CEO when needed or urgent
• Direct administrative support to the CEO; drafting correspondence, preparing presentations, and handling confidential documents with discretion and confidentiality.
• Prepare boardroom and/or meeting areas for visitors/clients or stakeholders.
• Handling correspondence on behalf of the CEO
• Assist with preparation of materials for meetings
• Support in marketing endeavors
• Ad hoc office duties

• Identify and qualify potential leads through various channels (e.g., online research, social media, networking events).
• Develop and execute lead generation strategies to meet business development goals.
• Collaborate with the sales team to nurture leads and convert them into opportunities.

• Monday to Friday: 08:00 – 17:00

Should you meet all the requirements, apply on our website at www.statusstaffing.com today. Should you not hear back from us within 10 working days, please consider your application as unsuccessful. We will retain your credentials for future similar roles.