High Level Executive Assistant

Are you a driven, ambitious professional ready to step into a transformative role where you'll become the right-hand to a trailblazing CEO

At Baruk Group—one of South Africa's most progressive high-growth companies, headquartered in Bloemfontein with a national footprint in all the main centres and currently expanding into the Middle East—we're seeking an exceptional High-Level Executive Assistant to join our dynamic leadership team.

This isn't just a job; it's a chance to immerse yourself in the heart of innovation, strategy, and global impact, working side-by-side with a visionary leader who's shaping the future of our industry.

If you're hungry for success, eager to learn from the best, and thrive in a fast-paced environment where your contributions directly fuel exponential growth, this could be your launchpad to an extraordinary career. We're looking for a superwoman or superman— an individual with immense potential, a relentless work ethic, and a background that is proof hereof. Whether you're based locally in South Africa or international, if you're an A-player and the right fit, we're happy to relocate you and invest in your journey.

About Baruk Group

The Baruk Group have a strong history in the property sector where it bult its property portfolio for the past 2 decades and is now at the forefront of transforming and pioneering the critically needed ultra-high security infrastructure for heavy commercial vehicles along all major routes throughout South Africa and soon the rest of Africa for its mostly blue-chip clientele.

We focus on driving groundbreaking initiatives for the transport sector in Africa and redefining what's possible in this sector faced with numerous challenges. Join us and be part of a company that's as exciting as it is impactful. As we move to establish our presence in the Middle East, we're gaining access to lower cost of capital through multiple international institutions like sovereign wealth funds, real-estate debt funds, global private debt, insurance balance sheets, international family offices and pension funds.

The Role: Become an Extension of the CEO

In this pivotal position, you'll work directly alongside our CEO, acting as their trusted confidante and operational powerhouse. Over time, you'll evolve into someone who anticipates needs, finishes sentences, and drives initiatives with seamless precision. You'll start by shadowing and training with his current assistant, gaining insider knowledge to hit the ground running.

This role demands flexibility—working hours may extend to meet strategic demands or fluctuate based on operational needs. You'll also handle highly sensitive and confidential executive-level information related to the Group and its stakeholders, requiring the utmost discretion and integrity.

Key Responsibilities

As a high-level Executive Assistant in one of South Africa's most progressive companies, your scope will be broad and influential, touching every aspect of executive operations, strategy, and global expansion. Here's an expanded view of what you'll own and drive:

•  Executive Support and Partnership: Serve as the CEO's primary extension, attending high-stakes meetings, capturing key insights, and delegating instructions on their behalf to ensure flawless execution across teams. You'll anticipate needs, provide real-time advice, and become indispensable in decision-making processes.

•  Strategic Coordination and Project Management: Oversee complex projects from inception to completion, including research, analysis, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders. This could involve preparing briefing materials, tracking progress on strategic initiatives, and ensuring alignment with company goals during our aggressive expansion.

•  Logistics and Travel Management: Handle intricate travel arrangements, including international itineraries, visas, accommodations, and event logistics for the CEO and key team members. Coordinate and manage the CEO's personal aircraft, schedule flights with pilots and manage operational aspects of the aircraft. You'll optimize schedules to maximize efficiency, often coordinating multi-country trips with precision.

•  Communication and Relationship Management: Draft and manage high-level correspondence,

presentations, and reports. Build and nurture relationships with top executives, partners, and influencers, scheduling calls, meetings, and networking events to foster business opportunities.

•  Operational Efficiency: Streamline daily operations by managing calendars, prioritizing

tasks, and implementing systems to enhance productivity. This includes overseeing administrative workflows, vendor relations, and resource allocation to keep the executive team running like a well-oiled machine.

•  Research and Intelligence Gathering: Gather and communicate financial, and performance

dashboards indicating critical company performance, progress on specific transactions, important acquisitions and emerging opportunities, providing actionable insights to inform strategic decisions.

•  Event and Meeting Orchestration: Plan and execute executive-level events, board meetings, and conferences, from venue selection to agenda setting and follow-up. Ensure seamless virtual and in-person experiences, including tech setup and participant coordination.

•  Personal and Professional Development Support: Assist with personal errands when needed

to free up the CEO's focus, while also contributing to team training and knowledge transfer. As you grow, you'll mentor junior staff and take on increasing leadership responsibilities.

•  Crisis and Ad-Hoc Management: Respond to urgent situations with composure, whether it's resolving logistical hiccups, managing confidential matters, or adapting to last-minute changes in a high-growth environment.

What We're Looking For

•  Potential and Drive: A hard worker with untapped potential, willing to learn rapidly and hungry for success. We value those from diverse backgrounds who bring grit, resilience, and a desire to earn big through impact.

•  Skills and Experience: Proven experience in executive assistance or a similar high-level role is ideal, but we're open to rising stars with transferable skills. Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities are essential. Proficiency in tools like Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and project management software is a plus.

•  Personal Qualities: Discreet, proactive, and adaptable, with the ability to thrive under pressure. You're someone who builds trust quickly, thinks ahead, and turns challenges into opportunities. International experience or willingness to relocate is a bonus—we'll cover relocation for the right fit.

•  Availability: Flexibility for varying hours, including evenings or weekends as business demands arise.

Why Join Us? The Rewards

You'll work hard, but the payoff is immense. Gain unparalleled learning opportunities, rub shoulders with high-level business leaders, and contribute to a company transforming a market and creating n new asset class.

We're committed to rewarding impact: expect very generous compensation, performance-based increases, and potential for equity or bonuses as you prove your value. Plus, professional growth through mentorship, training, and exposure to innovative projects.

If this sounds like your dream role—where hard work meets high rewards—apply now Send your resume and a brief note on why you're the perfect extension of our CEO to