Executive Assistant – Remote (South Africa)

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to provide high‑level support to senior leaders of our UK‑based clients. This fully remote position is open to professionals residing in South Africa who can work UK business hours and have a reliable home office setup.

Key responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive executive support to senior leadership.
• Manage complex diaries, appointments and scheduling across multiple time zones.
• Coordinate domestic and international travel, accommodation and itineraries.
• Prepare presentations, reports, meeting packs and business correspondence.
• Organise virtual and in‑person meetings, including agendas and minutes.
• Screen emails, prioritise communications and manage executive inboxes.
• Liaise professionally with clients, suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Track action items and ensure deadlines are met.
• Assist with project coordination and administrative tasks across the business.
• Process expenses and maintain accurate records where required.
• Handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Identify opportunities to improve administrative processes and executive efficiency.

Required profile

• 3‑7 years of experience as an Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant or Senior Administrative Assistant supporting senior executives.
• Proven ability to manage complex calendars, meetings and travel arrangements.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
• Strong organisational, time‑management and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• High level of discretion handling confidential information.
• Stable fibre internet connection, reliable backup power and a dedicated home office.
• Willingness to work UK business hours (09:00‑17:30 UK time).

Required skills

• Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
• Zoom.
• Google Workspace.
• Slack.
• Asana.
• Monday.com.
• Trello.
• CRM systems and project‑management software.