Executive Assistant to Managing Director – National Brands

About the role

National Brands Limited is seeking a highly organised, professional and proactive Executive Assistant to support the Managing Director of National Brands (Logistics, Field Marketing and Planning) and members of the Executive Leadership Team at its Bryanston head office.

Key responsibilities

• Manage complex executive diaries, appointments and scheduling for the Managing Director and ELT members.
• Coordinate day‑to‑day executive activities, priorities and stakeholder communications.
• Arrange domestic and international travel, including flights, accommodation, visas, foreign exchange and vehicle hire.
• Organise Executive Committee and leadership meetings, handling logistics, venues, catering and documentation.
• Prepare and distribute meeting packs, presentations and reports.
• Process expense claims, invoices and vendor documentation; manage corporate credit‑card applications.
• Oversee office supplies, equipment procurement, asset management and liaison with IT and Shared Services.
• Act as primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, ensuring timely responses.
• Support ad‑hoc projects, administrative initiatives and minute‑taking for risk meetings.

Required profile

• Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail.
• Proactive, professional and able to exercise sound judgement.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Commitment to maintaining the highest level of confidentiality.

Required skills

• Excellent organisational and time‑management abilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills for stakeholder coordination.
• High level of discretion when handling sensitive information.
• Proficiency in preparing professional documents and presentations.