Personal Assistant (PA) to COO

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. EDUCATION, QUALIFICATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS: 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. Drivers 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. TheRecruitmentGuy PersonalAssistant PA NorthernKZN Battlefields Dundee Ladysmith Estcourt Newcastle Vryheid NowHiring CareerOpportunity JobSearchSA VacancyAlert PersonalAssistant ExecutiveAssistant OfficeSupport AdminCareers PAJobs ExecutiveSupport APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS We will ONLY consider applications from suitably experienced candidates that meet the requirements of this vacancy.

Location: ladysmith, KwaZulu-Natal, ZA

Posted Date: 9/15/2025