RPO’s client is seeking a highly organized and proactive Personal Assistant to support the CEO and senior leadership team in Cape Town. The ideal candidate will bring strong administrative capabilities, a high level of professionalism, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining absolute discretion and confidentiality.
Duties & Responsibilities
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Coordinate calendars, schedule appointments, arrange meetings and make travel bookings when needed
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Prepare agendas, take minutes, track action items, and manage follow-ups
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Run personal errands, book restaurants, and manage personal and business appointments
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Handle and prioritise emails, calls, and messages, responding where appropriate
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Maintain physical and digital filing systems, manage supplies, and provide overall office support
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Liaise with internal and external stakeholders on behalf of the executive team
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Support internal communication, report preparation, and company correspondence
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Assist in planning and tracking project timelines, resources, and deliverables
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Conduct research and compile data for decision-making purposes
Minimum Requirements
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Grade 12 (Senior Certificate)
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At least 1 year of experience supporting senior executives in an administrative or personal assistant capacity
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); experience with collaboration tools
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Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines
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Professional, emotionally intelligent, discreet, and fully bilingual
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Excellent communication skills across all levels and ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Ready to take on a challenge and lead a dynamic team?
RPO Recruitment can help you secure your next opportunity.
Send your CV to financialcareers@rpo-recruit.za.com or visit rporecruitment.co.za
You can also connect with Joshua Murphy at joshua.murphy@rporecruitment.us or on LinkedIn.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 3 days. Otherwise, we’ll keep your details on file for future roles.