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Personal Assistant

SMD Technologies·Gauteng, south-africa·Full Time·Contract
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Job Purpose

  • We are looking for a highly organised, professional and proactive Personal Assistant to provide comprehensive administrative and organisational support to the Head of Legal and Managing Director.
  • The successful candidate will be responsible for managing diaries, coordinating meetings and appointments, arranging travel, preparing documentation and ensuring that day-to-day requirements are managed efficiently. The role will also involve working closely with key internal and external stakeholders and assisting with various property management and business-related matters.
  • This is a varied and high-exposure role suited to someone who is confident, discreet, takes initiative and can manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced corporate environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide comprehensive administrative and personal support to the Head of Legal and Managing Director.
  • Manage diaries, meetings, appointments and travel arrangements.
  • Coordinate and liaise with key internal and external stakeholders, including senior management, business partners and service providers.
  • Prepare and manage correspondence, reports, presentations and other documentation.
  • Assist with property management matters, including liaising with tenants, contractors, agents and service providers.
  • Coordinate meetings, events, business trips and other logistical requirements.
  • Manage confidential information and maintain accurate records and filing systems.
  • Follow up on outstanding matters, deadlines and action items to ensure completion.
  • Assist with various business projects and ad hoc requirements as needed.

Requirements:

  • Degree, diploma or relevant tertiary qualification.
  • Minimum 2 years' experience in a Personal Assistant or similar role supporting senior management/executives in a corporate environment.
  • Previous experience managing executive diaries, meetings and travel arrangements.
  • Strong computer literacy, including Microsoft Office.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Experience dealing with senior stakeholders and external service providers.
  • Property administration or property management experience will be advantageous.

Key skills

BachelorsNational Diploma

At a glance

Company

SMD Technologies

Location

Gauteng, south-africa

Employment

Full Time

Experience

Valid until

Not specified

Created

October 8, 2026

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