C‑Suite Executive Personal Assistant

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Personal Assistant to support the Executive Head of Employee Benefits at a leading global professional services firm. The role is based in Sandton and operates on a hybrid schedule, offering exposure to high‑impact executive activities within the financial services sector.

Key responsibilities

• Manage daily and weekly diaries, screen emails, and coordinate extensive local and international travel, including visas and itineraries.
• Organise client luncheons, seminars, conferences and oversee client meetings and member roadshows.
• Take accurate minutes for Manco and carrier meetings; assist in preparing Exco, Board reports and client presentations.
• Support project control and monitoring for RFPs, amalgamations and harmonisations, and handle escalation follow‑ups.
• Act as first‑level query resolver for clients and liaise with consultants, carriers, medical schemes and senior management.
• Maintain department stationery, update Exco staff files, conduct online research and use internal tracking systems such as time‑keeping and CRM tools.

Required profile

• Matric (Grade 12) qualification; a secretarial qualification is advantageous.
• 5–10 years of experience as a Personal Assistant supporting senior executives, preferably in financial services.
• Strong analytical, technical and problem‑solving abilities with excellent written and verbal communication.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work across teams.

Required skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint
• Experience with CRM tools and proprietary corporate software

What we offer

• Competitive salary of R750,000 per annum
• Hybrid work arrangement
• Opportunity to work within a global leader that values inclusivity and continuous growth