TRG 2391 (Northern KZN - Battlefields) Personal Assistant (PA) to COO

2 weeks ago

KwaZuluNatal, South Africa Pty Full time R250 000 - R400 000 per year
Introduction

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Title: Personal Assistant (PA) to COO

Area: Northern KZN (Battlefields)

Ref No.: TRG 2391

Salary: (Mid-level position) with a market related basic available/negotiable

Start Date: As soon as possible

Type: Permanent (Fulltime)

Our well-established client requires an mid-level experienced Personal Assistant (PA) to the Chief Operating Officer (COO) for permanent employment based in Northern KZN (Battlefields). This is a confidential, high-trust position supporting a senior executive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Duties & Responsibilities
  • Provide comprehensive PA and executive support to the COO.
  • Manage a demanding diary, travel arrangements, and meeting schedules.
  • Prepare and review reports, presentations, and business documentation.
  • Handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
  • Act as a liaison between the COO and stakeholders (internal and external).
  • Coordinate projects, deadlines, and follow-ups on behalf of the COO.
  • Maintain an efficient filing and information management system.
  • Ensure seamless communication and information flow across departments.
  • Assist with HR- and operations-related support tasks where required.
Desired Experience & Qualification
  • Relevant Tertiary Qualification – BCom, Business Administration or relevant diploma essential.
  • HR-related qualification an added advantage.
  • At least 5 years' proven experience as a PA to senior management / executives.
  • Driver's licence and own transport essential.
  • Advanced MS Office skills – particularly Excel (pivot tables, reports, analysis).
  • Strong numerical aptitude with the ability to prepare, interpret and validate reports.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills across all levels (internal & external).
  • Solid organisational ability with exceptional attention to detail.

Core Competencies & Attributes

  • Discretion and confidentiality – trusted gatekeeper of sensitive information.
  • Highly organised and able to manage competing priorities under pressure.
  • Ability to work in lock-step with the COO, anticipating needs and proactively preparing information.
  • Professional presentation and interpersonal skills – strong relationship builder.
  • Trustworthy, honest, and reliable with unquestionable integrity.
  • Willingness to be available after hours and commit additional time when required.
  • Analytical mindset with problem-solving ability.
  • Ability to draft correspondence, reports and presentations to executive standard.
  • Proactive, resourceful, and solution-driven personality.
  • Resilient and adaptable – thrives in a fast-paced environment.
Package & Remuneration

Salary: (Mid-level position) with a market related basic available/negotiable

Start Date: As soon as possible

Type: Permanent (Fulltime)

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