Executive Personal Assistant & Business Office Manager

About the role

This position provides high‑level executive, operational and administrative support to a senior leader within a major banking division. The role blends traditional executive assistant duties with strategic business office coordination to ensure smooth governance, stakeholder engagement and efficient office operations.

Key responsibilities

• Manage complex calendars, meeting logistics and travel arrangements for the Executive.
• Prepare presentations, reports and executive correspondence to a high standard.
• Track deliverables, action items and key projects on behalf of the Executive.
• Coordinate governance requirements, reporting packs and meeting documentation.
• Apply financial discipline through budget tracking and expense management.
• Maintain filing systems, business records and ensure compliance with corporate standards.
• Build and maintain relationships across all organisational levels and with external stakeholders.
• Represent the Executive in appropriate forums and manage communication flow.

Required profile

• Matric / Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate; Diploma in Secretarial studies or higher (Advanced Diploma or 1st degree preferred).
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a senior personal assistant or secretarial role, preferably in a corporate or client‑service environment.
• Own reliable transport.
• Demonstrated ability to support senior executives in a fast‑paced, high‑performance setting.

Required skills

• Data analysis