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

We have a role for a dynamic and highly organised Personal Assistant to provide dedicated support to our Organisation Effectiveness and Employee Relations teams. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy juggling multiple priorities, and have a talent for keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes – this may be the perfect opportunity for you.

Key Result Areas/Outputs:

• Providing full administrative support to the OE and ER Heads and their teams.

• Managing complex diaries, scheduling meetings, and coordinating internal and external engagements.

• Preparing high-quality presentations, reports, and correspondence.

• Handling confidential information with utmost discretion and professionalism.

• Assisting with travel arrangements, claims, and expense reconciliations.

• Supporting key OE/ER initiatives, projects, and events through coordination and tracking.

• Acting as a liaison between the OE/ER teams and other stakeholders within the organisation.

Requirements:

• Relevant qualification.

• Minimum 3 years experience

• Proven experience as a Personal Assistant or Executive Assistant in a corporate environment (Human Capital experience is a plus).

• Exceptional organisational and time management skills.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

• High emotional intelligence, discretion, and the ability to handle sensitive matters gracefully.

• A natural collaborator who can switch gears between teams and priorities with ease.

Advantageous:

• Prior exposure to Organisation Development, Change Management, or Employee Relations environments.

• Project coordination or support experience.

Skills

Calendar Coordination, Communication, Computer Literacy, Executing Plans, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Windows Office, Numerical Aptitude, Oral Communications, Time Management

Competencies

Directs WorkDrives ResultsEnsures AccountabilityManages ComplexityOptimizes Work ProcessesPlans and AlignsTech Savvy

Education

NQF Level 3 & NQF Level 2 - Below school leaving

Closing Date

22 May 2025 , 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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