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Personal Assistant

Durbanville
Salary: Market Related
Job Type: Permanent
Sectors: Admin
Reference: CPT000861/WN

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Employer: West Coast Personnel

Job Title: Personal Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO)Location: Fisantekraal, Cape TownIndustry: Custom Automation / FMCG ManufacturingOverviewOur client, a leading designer and manufacturer of custom automated production lines for the FMCG industry, is seeking a highly capable and organised Personal Assistant to provide dedicated support to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO). This is a senior support role requiring discretion, initiative, and the ability to manage a fast-paced executive environment.

Working Hours

Monday to Thursday: 06:00 – 15:00
Friday: 06:00 – 12:00

Key Responsibilities

Provide high-level, confidential administrative support to the CEO
Act as the CEO’s right hand, proactively managing priorities and anticipating requirements
Manage the CEO’s diary, meetings, emails, and travel arrangements
Coordinate internal communication between departments on behalf of the CEO
Prepare, edit, and manage executive correspondence, reports, and presentations
Assist with HR-related administration including onboarding, contracts, documentation, and general employee administration
Support customer and supplier communication, follow-ups, and relationship management
Assist with marketing coordination, including content preparation and social media scheduling where required
Maintain organised and secure filing systems for executive, HR, and business documentation
Track action items and ensure deadlines and commitments are met

Requirements

Proven experience as a Personal Assistant or Executive Assistant supporting senior leadership
Strong organisational and time-management skills with excellent attention to detail
Ability to work independently, take initiative, and handle sensitive information with discretion
Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Sound understanding of basic HR processes and office administration
Previous exposure to manufacturing, technical, or engineering environments is advantageous

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