Job Openings Executive Personal Assistant to the Managing Director

About the job Executive Personal Assistant to the Managing Director

Our client, a well-established organisation in the mining sector, is seeking a highly experienced Executive PA to provide first-class support to the Managing Director. This is a senior role, ideal for someone with extensive experience supporting C-suite or senior executives. 

Location: Sandton , Johannesburg

This opportunity is intended for senior Executive PAs with a strong track record supporting top-level executives. Applicants without executive-level experience need not apply.


Are you decisive, unflappable, and mature, with 10+ years' experience as an Executive PA supporting C-suite or C-level executives? If this sounds like you, we want you to apply.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Matric with PA / Secretarial / Office Admin Diploma or qualifications in a relevant discipline and significant recent experience in a similar role.
  • PA experience at Senior Manager / Director / Executive level, 10+ 

    years.
  • The ability to exercise independent judgment and use initiative to make sound decisions and resolve issues.
  • A proactive attitude, with the ability to forward plan and think outside the box.
  • You will be a polished professional, articulate, and will really understand the true meaning of providing exceptional executive assistant support at a senior level.
  • Someone who makes confident decisions and takes action quickly when required.
  • A professional who stays calm and in control, even under pressure or tight deadlines.
  • A candidate who is reliable, experienced, and can be trusted to handle sensitive tasks independently.
  • A person who balances multiple priorities smoothly and keeps everything organized.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Professional, discreet, and highly reliable.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide high-level administrative and personal support to the Managing Director.
  • Manage schedules, meetings, and high-level executive correspondence efficiently.
  • Stay calm under pressure and maintain control in busy or challenging situations.
  • Make prompt, confident decisions and take initiative independently.

  • Maintain discretion and handle sensitive information with the utmost confidentiality.
  • Use Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Office Suite proficiently.

  • Organise multiple priorities and complex tasks seamlessly.

Location: Bryanston, Sandton, Johannesburg

Sector: Commodity / Mining

Salary: R50,000 – R65,000 per month

This role is ideal for someone who thrives on responsibility, can step in immediately, and provide seamless, high-level support to a busy executive.

Apply now if you are an experienced Executive PA with proven C-suite support experience and the skills and confidence to manage a demanding executive office.