Administration jobs in South Africa

An award-winning global accountancy and tax advisory firm is seeking an organised, detail-driven Audit Quality Team Assistant to provide high-level administrative and coordination support to the Audit Quality department. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to work closely with senior leaders and contribute to the quality, compliance, and training functions within a world-class audit environment. This position is ideal for a professional who thrives in fast-paced corporate settings, enjoys working with multiple stakeholders, and is confident handling confidential information with discretion.

• Provide administrative support to the Audit Quality, Audit Technical, and Audit Training teams.
• Attend meetings, prepare accurate minutes, and manage follow-up actions.
• Type, format and update documents with excellent speed and accuracy.
• Assist with diary management, scheduling, and booking meeting rooms.
• Liaise with regulators and external stakeholders to coordinate meetings.
• Support policy and compliance monitoring in line with firm standards.
• Assist with quality processes, including Cold File Reviews (CFR), Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and Engagement Quality Reviews (EQR).

• Book venues for audit training sessions and send joining instructions.
• Upload, edit, and maintain content on the Learning Management System (LMS).
• Track attendance and update training tools and calendars.
• Coordinate induction logistics for new joiners and trainees.
• Liaise with Early Talent Advisors and support trainee programmes.
• Maintain Quality intranet micro-sites and assist with internal communication.
• Support planning and coordination of the annual audit conference and large-scale audit training events.

• Diploma/Certificate in Office Administration, Business Administration, or related field OR BCom Accounting / Finance (completed or in progress is advantageous)
• Short courses in Quality Management, Project Coordination, or Learning & Development are a plus.
• 2 to 4 years' administrative or coordination experience within a corporate, audit, accountancy, or professional services environment
• Experience with training coordination or an LMS will be highly advantageous.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills.
• Strong organisational ability and meticulous attention to detail.
• Able to work under pressure and manage tight deadlines.
• Proactive, adaptable, and able to use own initiative.
• Discreet with confidential information.
• A collaborative and positive team player.

• Hybrid work model: 3 days in office, 2 days remote.
• Hours: 09:30 - 17:30 SA time.
• Work within a global, high-performance audit environment.