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Keller Executive Search International

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Executive Assistant to the Managing Director

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Location

South Africa

Posted

94 days ago

Salary

0

Seniority

Lead

English

Job Description

Executive Assistant to the Managing Director

Keller Executive Search International

• Manage the MD's calendar, schedule and daily priorities to ensure time and attention are directed effectively • Track commitments, decisions and action items to ensure consistent follow-through • Prepare agendas, briefing documents and meeting notes with clear action tracking • Manage correspondence and stakeholder communication on behalf of the MD with discretion and professionalism • Plan, coordinate and run meetings on behalf of the MD, including preparation, facilitation and post-meeting follow-through • Coordinate research initiatives and team projects, ensuring clarity of brief, progress tracking and timely delivery • Delegate and direct tasks across internal teams on the MD's behalf, ensuring accountability and follow-through • Liaise with and oversee relevant team members to keep cross-functional workstreams aligned and on track • Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders across multiple time zones to support the MD's engagements and obligations • Maintain confidential records, contracts and documentation across shared systems • Anticipate requirements and proactively resolve issues before they escalate

Job Requirements

  • Substantial experience supporting at MD or C-suite level, ideally within professional services, consulting or executive search
  • Demonstrated ability to manage complex, high-variability schedules and competing priorities
  • Experience coordinating teams, projects and research workstreams in a senior support capacity
  • Confident chairing or facilitating meetings and driving outcomes
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills to a professional services standard
  • Highly organised with reliable follow-through and strong attention to detail
  • Sound independent judgement in prioritisation and escalation
  • Absolute discretion with confidential information
  • Comfortable working across international time zones with flexibility around schedule when required
  • Self-directed and effective working remotely
  • Proficient with business productivity tools and able to adapt to new systems quickly

Benefits

  • Competitive remuneration commensurate with experience and impact
  • Remote work arrangement, South Africa-based
  • Medical aid contribution
  • Paid annual and sick leave
  • All South African public holidays observed
  • Direct access to senior leadership

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