Executive Personal Assistant

Requisition Details & Talent Acquisition Consultant

REQ 143682 Busi Radebe

Location: Johannesburg

Closing date: 22 January 2026 

Executive Personal Assistant to the Chairman

Job Family

Career Stream

Leadership Pipeline

Job Purpose

Provide high-level, anticipatory executive support to the Chairman, ensuring optimal time management and efficiency. The role requires exceptional judgment, discretion, and the ability to represent the Office of the Chairman with professionalism and confidence.

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver proactive and anticipatory support, minimising the need for detailed instructions by anticipating requirements and acting independently where appropriate.
• Manage complex diaries, travel arrangements, and event coordination with precision and foresight.
• Serve as a trusted liaison between the Chairman and internal/external stakeholders, including board members, Exco, regulators, policy makers, and other high-level contacts,
• projecting the right image of the Office of the Chairman.
• Understand and adapt to the Chairman’s working style and preferences, demonstrating confidence in decision-making while respecting boundaries.
• Exercise sound judgment on what to handle independently, what to escalate, and when to seek input.
• Challenge respectfully when necessary, maintaining professionalism and tact.
• Identify and recommend opportunities to enhance processes, systems and policies and support implementation of new processes, policies and systems.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and discretion at all times.
• Prepare, review, and ensure documentation meets organisational standards.
• Build and maintain strong relationships through effective communication and collaboration.
• Stay informed on relevant legislation, industry developments, and organisational priorities.
• Embrace and demonstrate organisational vision and values in all interactions.
• Continuously develop personal capability through training, feedback, and professional growth initiatives.
• Share knowledge and ensure accurate information flow to stakeholders and team members.
• Contribute to a culture of transformation and participate in organisational initiatives, including corporate social responsibility programs.

Essential Qualifications - NQF Level

• Matric / Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate
  Diploma (Business-related preferred)

Preferred Qualification

• Business-related Diploma with emphasis on emotional intelligence and stakeholder engagement.

Minimum Experience Level

• Minimum of 10 years providing executive support at C-suite level (CFO, CEO, Chairman), with demonstrated ability to operate in high-pressure, complex environments

Technical / Professional Knowledge

•    Advanced administrative procedures and systems
•    Governance, Risk, and Controls
•    Regulatory knowledge
•    Business writing and communication skills
•    Minutes taking and documentation standards

Behavioural Competencies

Disclaimer

Preference Recruiting Team at +27 860 555 566will be given to candidates from the underrepresented groups

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