Job Rate: R50k - R70k Per Month
Job Type: Temporary
Job Location: Hybrid
About the Role
Our client, a leading organisation in the insurance industry, is seeking a dynamic and confident Executive Assistant. The ideal candidate will have a strong personality, not afraid of conflict, and possess excellent emotional intelligence to manage high-level executive support with professionalism. This temporary position offers the potential for permanent placement based on performance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide executive support to C-suite leaders, managing complex calendars, schedules, and communication.
- Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
- Coordinate meetings, travel arrangements, and event planning.
- Serve as a liaison between the executives and internal/external stakeholders.
- Prepare and edit reports, presentations, and other business documents.
- Proactively manage issues and conflicts, offering solutions and maintaining a calm demeanor.
- Collaborate closely with other departments to ensure seamless operational support.
- Anticipate needs and provide high-level administrative assistance as required.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Proven experience supporting senior leadership or C-suite executives in the insurance industry.
- Exceptional organisational and multitasking abilities.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- High emotional intelligence and the ability to handle conflict effectively.
- Discretion and ability to manage confidential information.
- Tech-savvy, with proficiency in MS Office and other productivity tools.
- A proactive attitude with the ability to think ahead and solve problems independently.
Education/Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Management, or a related field (preferred).
- Relevant certifications in administrative support or project management (e.g., Executive Assistant certifications, Office Management, etc.) are an advantage.
