Personal Assistant to CEO - FMCG

Location: Midrand, Johannesburg
Employment Type: Full-Time
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 17:00
Salary: Market-related (experience dependent)

The Person al Assistant to the CEO will provide high-level administrative, organisational, and operational support to the Chief Executive Officer. This role requires exceptional attention to detail, discretion, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced business environment.

The ideal candidate is proactive, highly organised, and confident supporting senior leadership.

• Provide full administrative support to the CEO

• Manage diaries, schedules, meetings, and travel arrangements

• Coordinate internal and external meetings, including preparation of agendas and minutes

• Handle correspondence, emails, and communication on behalf of the CEO

• Prepare reports, presentations, and documentation as required

• Act as a key point of contact between the CEO and internal/external stakeholders

• Assist with confidential and sensitive information with discretion

• Support day-to-day office coordination and ad-hoc administrative tasks

• Follow up on action items and deadlines on behalf of the CEO

• 3–5 years experience as a Personal Assistant or Executive Assistant

• Experience supporting senior management or C-suite executives

• Strong organisational and time management skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• High level of professionalism and confidentiality

• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

• Exceptional attention to detail

• Ability to multitask and work under pressure

• Strong problem-solving and planning skills

• Professional communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work independently and take initiative

• Strong administrative and coordination capability

• Competitive, market-related remuneration

• Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership

• Exposure to a professional, fast-paced business environment

• Long-term career stability and growth potential