Executive Personal Assistant Jobs in South Africa

The Recruitment Pig is recruiting an Executive Personal Assistant to the Managing Director in Melrose, Sandton, Johannesburg. This permanent intermediate role supports the executive team in corporate finance, with diary, travel, meeting, and stakeholder work at the centre of the job.

About the company and the work

The client is an established leader providing flexible asset rental finance solutions across South Africa. The business helps corporate clients optimise cash flow with trusted, modern equipment funding models, and describes itself as offering a secure, stable, and growing workplace. The role is a step up for an experienced executive assistant who will support the Managing Director directly.

Role details / duties

• Manage and organise the Managing Director’s daily diary and corporate appointments.
• Screen and prioritise incoming emails, executive calls, and key stakeholder correspondence.
• Prepare clear meeting agendas, presentation decks, and accurate minutes of meetings.
• Book local and international travel arrangements with detailed, error-free itineraries.
• Welcome corporate visitors and serve as the professional first point of executive contact.
• Track action items from executive meetings to ensure deadlines are met on time.
• Handle executive expense claims and maintain organised, confidential digital office files.

Requirements

• At least five years of experience supporting C-suite executives or senior directors.
• Solid background working within corporate environments or the financial services sector.
• Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office, especially Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Relevant diploma, degree, or certified training in executive administration is an advantage.
• Clear, professional verbal and written English communication skills for corporate client interaction.
• Strong problem-solving ability, high emotional intelligence, and respect for absolute confidentiality.
• A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and commitment to being a supportive team member.

Where to find / apply safely

Apply only through the original CareerJunction listing using the Apply button on this page, which leads to the source advert (Job 2645976, Ref JHB000187, posted 26 October 2026, expires in 10 days from posting). Never pay a fee to apply.

Practical tips

• Lead with C-suite or senior director support experience.
• Show diary, travel, and meeting coordination examples.
• Highlight Microsoft Office strength and confidentiality.

How the process works

On CareerJunction, you open the original advert, review the full position details, and apply through the listing’s application route. The advert expires in 10 days from posting on 26 October 2026.

Important information

This post is informational only, and openings and requirements change at any time. Readers should always verify the details on the original listing before applying. The listing header shows R30,000 – R35,000 per month, while the detail text states a salary from R35,000, negotiable based on qualifications, skills, and experience, so confirm the final salary on the original advert.

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