Senior Executive Support Administrator - WhatJobs Direct
Randburg, Johannesburg, 2000, South Africa
Listed on 2026-10-20
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Administrative/Clerical
Office Administrator/ Coordinator, Virtual Assistant/ Remote Admin, Executive Admin/ Personal Assistant
About the Role
Our client, a premier financial services institution, is seeking an experienced and highly resourceful Senior Executive Support Administrator to provide dedicated remote support to its top-tier executives. This role demands exceptional discretion, proactive problem-solving, and a sophisticated understanding of executive-level administrative needs. As a remote employee, you will be empowered to manage your responsibilities with autonomy, ensuring seamless support for busy executives through advanced virtual communication and organizational tools.
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a prestigious organization from a remote location, leveraging your expertise to enhance executive productivity and operational efficiency. We are looking for a polished professional who thrives in a demanding environment and can anticipate the needs of senior leadership, ensuring all administrative matters are handled with precision and confidentiality.
- Provide comprehensive remote administrative and logistical support to C-suite executives.
- Manage complex and dynamic executive calendars, scheduling meetings, calls, and travel across various time zones.
- Prepare, edit, and proofread highly confidential correspondence, reports, and presentations with meticulous attention to detail.
- Act as a primary point of contact for executives, screening and prioritizing communications and ensuring timely responses.
- Coordinate domestic and international travel arrangements, including flights, accommodations, visas, and detailed itineraries.
- Manage executive expense reporting, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
- Organize and prepare materials for executive meetings, including board meetings, and accurately record minutes.
- Conduct thorough research and compile background information on requested topics to support executive decision-making.
- Anticipate executive needs and proactively address potential issues before they arise.
- Maintain strict confidentiality and security protocols for all sensitive information.
- Manage ad hoc projects and initiatives as assigned by the executives.
- Liaise effectively with internal departments and external stakeholders on behalf of the executives.
- Extensive experience providing high-level administrative support to senior executives (C-suite) in a remote capacity.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and sophisticated use of virtual collaboration platforms (e.g., Zoom, Teams, Slack).
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English, with a polished and professional tone.
- Superior organizational and time-management skills, with the proven ability to multitask effectively under pressure.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and maintain utmost discretion.
- Proactive problem-solving skills and a keen ability to anticipate needs.
- Experience in the financial services or a related regulated industry is highly preferred.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and availability outside standard business hours when required.
- High level of professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to confidentiality.
- A dedicated home office setup with reliable high-speed internet is essential.
Our client offers a highly competitive salary, commensurate with extensive experience, and a comprehensive benefits package including premium health coverage, generous retirement plan contributions, and performance-based incentives. This fully remote position provides unparalleled flexibility and autonomy, eliminating commute time and allowing for a superior work-life balance. You will be part of a dynamic, globally recognized financial institution, contributing directly to the success of its senior leadership.
Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within the organization are significant. Join a team that values expertise, discretion, and dedication, and experience the rewards of contributing to a leading firm from your remote workspace.
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