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Executive Assistant Business Operations Support Jobs in South Africa at Selectassistants
Executive Assistant – High-Growth Business Operations Support
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Our fast-growing, New York-based company is led by an executive who wears many hats, balancing strategy, operations, and growth. With so many moving parts, we need a strategic thinker and action-taker to provide high-level executive support—all from the comfort of your home.
The Role
Are you a proactive, highly organized problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment? Do you love bringing structure to chaos and ensuring that high-level executives stay on track with their priorities? If so, we want you on our team!
What You’ll Do
Executive Support & Task Management
Keep the executive on top of key tasks, priorities, and follow-ups to ensure nothing falls through the cracks.
Track discussions, decisions, and next steps, ensuring clarity and execution.
Take full ownership of tasks, driving them to completion without needing to be micromanaged.
Calendar & Time Optimization
Manage and optimize the executive’s schedule, ensuring efficient time use.
Stay ahead of deadlines and proactively remind him of critical priorities.
Execution & Team Coordination
Ensure that ideas, projects, and key discussions turn into real results.
Work cross-functionally with teams, following up to push projects forward and eliminate bottlenecks.
Process Improvement & Operations
Identify inefficiencies and implement systems that streamline operations.
Leverage tools like Click Up (preferred) and other business software to track progress and optimize workflows.
Tech & Business Acumen
Confidently work within Excel, reporting tools, and business software to manage tasks effectively.
Understand business operations and how to support C-level executives strategically.
Trust & Discretion
Handle confidential and sensitive information with professionalism.
Act as a true right-hand person, ensuring the executive is always supported and informed.
Ideal Profile
Who You Are
Highly organized & proactive – You don’t wait for direction; you anticipate needs and act.
Detail-oriented & efficient – You execute tasks quickly and accurately.
Tech-savvy – Comfortable with Excel, Click Up (preferred), and other workflow tools.
Excellent communicator – You keep the executive and team updated at all times.
Experience with C-level executives or business operations is a plus.
If you’re a self-starter who thrives in a dynamic environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to become an essential part of our growing team!
What’s on Offer?
Work from home while supporting a high-impact leader.
Make a real difference by streamlining operations and driving efficiency.
Join a fast-paced, high-growth company where no two days are the same.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Administrative
Industries
Consumer Services
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Title: Executive Assistant Business Operations Support
Company: Selectassistants
Location: South Africa
Category: Administrative/Clerical (Office Administrator/ Coordinator, Virtual Assistant/ Remote Admin, Business Administration, Administrative Management), Business (Office Administrator/ Coordinator, Business Administration, Administrative Management)
