Senior Executive Assistant; Remote
Sandton, 2172, South Africa
Listed on 2026-10-20
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Administrative/Clerical
Office Administrator/ Coordinator, Business Administration, Executive Admin/ Personal Assistant
About the Role
Our client, a globally recognized leader in Fin Tech innovation, is seeking an exceptional Senior Executive Assistant to join their fully remote executive support team. This high-impact role is dedicated to providing comprehensive administrative and strategic support to top-tier C‑suite executives. You will be instrumental in managing complex schedules, coordinating high‑stakes meetings, preparing critical communications, and driving operational efficiency from a remote‑first perspective.
The ideal candidate is a proactive, highly organized, and exceptionally discreet professional with extensive experience supporting senior leadership in fast‑paced environments. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a cutting‑edge company while enjoying the ultimate flexibility of a remote role. We are looking for a self‑starter with impeccable judgment, strong analytical skills, and the ability to anticipate needs before they arise.
Your contribution will be vital to the seamless functioning of executive operations. This is a fully remote position, requiring you to have a dedicated and professional home office setup.
- Manage complex international calendars for C‑suite executives, including scheduling, prioritizing, and resolving conflicts with utmost efficiency.
- Organize and prepare for board meetings, executive committee meetings, and other high‑level strategic engagements.
- Coordinate intricate travel arrangements, including international flights, executive lodging, ground transportation, and visa applications.
- Draft, edit, and proofread confidential executive correspondence, reports, presentations, and strategic documents.
- Serve as a key liaison between executives and internal/external stakeholders, fostering strong relationships and ensuring clear communication.
- Manage expense reporting, budget tracking, and financial reconciliation for executives.
- Conduct in‑depth research and prepare briefing materials for meetings, speaking engagements, and travel.
- Maintain highly organized and secure digital filing systems for sensitive executive documentation.
- Proactively anticipate executive needs, identifying potential issues and recommending solutions.
- Manage special projects, cross‑functional initiatives, and ad‑hoc assignments with a high degree of autonomy and professionalism.
- Significant experience as a Senior Executive Assistant or Chief of Staff, supporting C‑suite executives in a demanding corporate environment.
- Proven ability to manage complex, global schedules and international travel logistics.
- Exceptional organizational, multitasking, and time‑management skills with a proactive and forward‑thinking approach.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and collaboration platforms (e.g., Zoom, Slack).
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with a strong command of business English and etiquette.
- Absolute discretion and a proven history of handling highly confidential information with integrity.
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to exercise sound judgment.
- Must be a self‑disciplined individual capable of excelling in a fully remote work setting.
- Experience in the Fin Tech or technology sector is highly advantageous.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field is preferred.
- Highly competitive executive compensation package.
- Fully remote work environment with maximum flexibility.
- Significant opportunities for professional growth and exposure to executive decision‑making.
- Work with a leading innovator in the Fin Tech industry.
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
- Access to state‑of‑the‑art technology and productivity tools.
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