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<span><p>Your next big move in financial services starts here! </p><p>Is this you? </p><p>You're a proactive, organised professional who thrives under pressure and enjoys being at the heart of fast-paced, high-level activity. You're known for your discretion, attention to detail and ability to stay two steps ahead. You communicate with confidence, build strong relationships across all levels, and effortlessly juggle priorities. Calm, capable, and tech-savvy - you're the go-to person others trust to keep things running smoothly. </p><p>What you'll be doing </p><p>You'll be the backbone of support for senior investment leaders, managing complex diaries, arranging meetings, coordinating local and international travel, and ensuring seamless preparation for client engagements. You'll proactively manage correspondence, take meeting minutes, draft professional documents, and handle expense submissions. You'll liaise with investment providers, external stakeholders, and clients, while also assisting with client documentation, compliance records, and billing tasks. This is a varied role where no task is too big or small - your impact will be felt across the team. </p><p>Where you'll be doing it </p><p>You'll be joining a prestigious financial services firm with an international presence, specialising in wealth and investment management. With a commitment to excellence and a culture of collaboration, they provide unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and development. You'll be based in professional offices in Johannesburg. This role is fully office-based for the probation period and thereafter 1 day work from home. </p><p>What you'll need </p><p>You have a matric qualification paired with extensive experience as an Executive or Personal Assistant, ideally within the finance industry. You're highly skilled in Microsoft Office, thrive under pressure, and have exceptional communication, time management, and organisational abilities. You're discreet, detail-oriented, and proactive - ready to own your role and make a real difference in a fast-moving environment. </p><p>What you'll get </p><p>A competitive salary package and the opportunity to work in a respected global firm that values its people. You'll benefit from stability, growth potential, and a collaborative environment where initiative is recognised and rewarded. </p><p>How to apply </p><p>Please apply directly on the job portal. <br>We do respond to everyone! Just give us a few days to work through your application.</p><img src="" width="0px" height="0px" style="display:none"></span> <p><span><strong>Desired Skills: </strong></span></p> <ul> <li>Diary Management</li> <li>Travel arrangements</li> <li>Expense Submissions</li> </ul> <p><span><strong>Desired Work Experience: </strong></span></p> <ul> <li>5 to 10 years</li> </ul> <p><span><strong>Desired Qualification Level: </strong></span></p> <ul> <li>Grade 12 / Matric</li> </ul>

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