We are currently recruiting for a seasoned and mature Executive Personal Assistant for an urgent opportunity to support the CEO of a giant in the retail sector for a short-term contract.

This position requires a well organised, dynamic and loyal individual who thrives in a fast paced environment.

Please note that this role requires a candidate who can start immediately.

Minimum Requirements/Criteria include:

  • Diploma in Office Management, Administration, Secretarial or similar
  • Advantageous – Degree in Administration / International Relations
  • 5 + years of experience as an Personal Assistant / Admin Support for Management level preferably within the retail sector
  • Minimum of 3 years relevant and practical executive assistant experience or background (i.e. support of CEO/MD/CFO/COO/GM level) (essential)
  • The ability to fluently speak, read and write English and one other South African language
  • Personal computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel – Advanced Level
  • Knowledge and experience dealing travelling coordination (local and international)
  • Working knowledge of SAP
  • Knowledge of the TravelIT system
  • Proficiency in virtual communication (Zoom, MsTeams)

Location: Successful incumbent will primarily be based on the Cape Town (Northern Suburbs)

Closing date:  25 September 2023

To apply or for further information please send us a detailed CV (in MS Word format), along with availability / notice period details  – via email to info@sapientis.co.za (EA_WP)