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
Coordinate calendars, schedule appointments, arrange meetings and make travel bookings when needed
Prepare agendas, take minutes, track action items, and manage follow-ups
Run personal errands, book restaurants, and manage personal and business appointments
Handle and prioritise emails, calls, and messages, responding where appropriate
Maintain physical and digital filing systems, manage supplies, and provide overall office support
Liaise with internal and external stakeholders on behalf of the executive team
Support internal communication, report preparation, and company correspondence
Assist in planning and tracking project timelines, resources, and deliverables
Conduct research and compile data for decision-making purposes
Minimum Requirements
Grade 12 (Senior Certificate)
At least 1 year of experience supporting senior executives in an administrative or personal assistant capacity
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); experience with collaboration tools
Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines
Professional, emotionally intelligent, discreet, and fully bilingual
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.
