A leading organisation within the financial services sector is seeking a highly experienced Executive Assistant to support senior leadership at CEO and EXCO level.
\n\tThis is a high-impact, fast-paced role suited to a polished and proactive professional who thrives in complex environments and can operate at the centre of executive operations.<\/p>\n
THE ROLE<\/p>\n
\tYou will provide strategic and operational support to senior executives, ensuring seamless coordination of high-level activities, stakeholder engagement, and business priorities.<\/p>\n
Key responsibilities include:<\/p>\n
\tManaging complex, multi-layered executive diaries and calendars
\n\tCoordinating EXCO and board-level meetings, including logistics and documentation
\n\tSupporting senior executives with day-to-day operational and strategic requirements
\n\tManaging high-level stakeholder engagement across internal and external parties
\n\tPreparing executive presentations and reports, with a strong focus on PowerPoint
\n\tHandling confidential and sensitive information with discretion
\n\tPrioritising competing demands and ensuring smooth execution of deliverables
\n\tOperating as a key point of coordination across business functions<\/p>\n
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
\nKey requirements:<\/p>\n
\tProven experience as an Executive Assistant at C-suite level (CEO \/ EXCO)
\n\tExperience supporting two or more senior executives simultaneously
\n\tStrong experience within financial services or corporate environments
\n\tAdvanced diary and calendar management in complex environments
\n\tExperience coordinating EXCO and board-level meetings
\n\tAdvanced PowerPoint skills (essential)
\n\tStrong proficiency in Outlook and Excel
\n\tProven ability to handle confidential information and work under pressure<\/p>\n
WHO YOU ARE<\/p>\n
\tHighly polished and professional in presentation and communication
\n\tProactive and able to anticipate executive needs
\n\tAssertive, confident, and able to operate at senior levels
\n\tIndependent and able to work with minimal supervision
\n\tDetail-oriented with strong organisational capability
\n\tResilient and thrives in high-pressure environments<\/p>\n
WHY THIS ROLE<\/p>\n
\tHigh-visibility role supporting CEO and EXCO leadership
\n\tExposure to strategic business operations and decision-making
\n\tOpportunity to work within a leading financial services environment
\n\tDynamic and fast-paced working environment
\n\tPotential for longer-term opportunity<\/p>\n
go to method of application \u00bb<\/p>\n
Apply via company website ( http:\/\/www.boardroom.co.za ) or<\/p>\n
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