Personal Assistant

Let's Write Africa's Story Together!

Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity and our diverse talent reflects this.

Job Description

Key Result Areas:

• Managing multiple senior manager’s calendars
• Building and maintaining relationships with EAs/ PAs within the organization
• Office Administration and physical office management
• Events planning i.e. Year-end and interim lunch and team buildings
• Booking venues and catering for important meetings
• On boarding of new staff members and procurement of IT equipment
• Supporting team with administrative tasks
• Arranging travel for GR&I team
• Distribution of team communications
• Keeping the distribution lists up to date

Requirements: Skills, Qualifications and Experience required:

• Matric
• Secretarial / PA qualification required
• A tertiary qualification will be considered
• At least 3 – 5 years’ senior level PA experience
• Advanced skills in minute taking and developing reports, minutes, presentations, and correspondence
• Advanced skill in using MS tools and technology
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Must be detail orientated, deadline driven and able to work under pressure
• Have a proactive approach to problem-solving with strong decision-making skills
• Must be confident and adaptable
• Superior time management ability.
• Excellent ability to problem solving.
• Attention to detail
• Fast Learner
• Flexible and committed to working beyond standard hours to meet business needs
• Builds positive relationships
• Maintains a Positive and Proactive Approach

 

Reporting directly to the Head of GFE, the PA will provide executive and administrative support to the Head of GFE, as well as the senior management team. The PA serves as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders on all matters pertaining to GFE.

Skills

Accounting, Action Planning, Budget Management, Calendar Coordination, Computer Literacy, Data Analysis, Database Reporting, Data Compilation, Data Interpretations, Executing Plans, Financial Acumen, Management Reporting, Numerical Aptitude, Oral Communications, Report Review

Competencies

Directs Work

Drives Results

Ensures Accountability

Manages Complexity

Optimizes Work Processes

Plans and Aligns

Tech Savvy

Education

NQF Level 5 - Higher, Advance or Occupational Certificate or equivalent

Closing Date

03 August 2026 , 23:59

The appointment will be made from the designated group in line with the Employment Equity Plan of Old Mutual South Africa and the specific business unit in question.

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