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This is a current vacancy. Role: Executive Assistant. Location: Ladysmith, KwaZulu-Natal. The team is hiring and seeks a candidate who can step in and deliver from week one.
What This Role Involves
The organisation is investing in its Ladysmith operation, and this Executive Assistant position reflects that commitment. The successful candidate will work across the administration jobs function and contribute to the wider KwaZulu-Natal business.
On top of that, the role suits a candidate who values consistency and clear communication. The Ladysmith operation runs on accurate work, steady relationships and a genuine respect for the people in the team.
Tools, systems and information are there to support the role rather than slow it down. The company continues to invest in the technology that backs its Ladysmith teams, and the new Executive Assistant will feel that from the first week.
The Environment
Crucially, the environment is professional and structured. Expect a calm, well-organised office, a steady flow of support requests, and a strong culture of confidentiality.
Beyond that, the working environment is set up to give the team the focus needed for deeper work, while keeping collaboration and quick problem-solving close at hand.
A respectful, professional environment is the standard in KwaZulu-Natal. Bullying, harassment and unfair conduct have no place here, and managers are trained to act decisively when concerns are raised.
Working in Ladysmith
In addition, the role is based in Ladysmith, minutes from King Shaka International Airport. Public transport links and parking are within easy reach, making the daily commute manageable for candidates living across Ladysmith and the broader KwaZulu-Natal region.
Many candidates already living within reach of Ladysmith cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local KwaZulu-Natal economy.
Accessibility is taken seriously: where the role allows, the team works toward a balance of in-office presence and flexibility for candidates based in and around Ladysmith.
Daily Duties
- Prepare meeting packs, agendas and minutes for internal forums
- Answer incoming calls and route enquiries to the correct department
- Liaise with suppliers, contractors and service providers
- Update intranet pages, notice boards and internal directories
- Manage diaries, meetings and travel logistics for the leadership team
- Coordinate office supplies, courier bookings and facilities requests
Minimum Requirements
- Clear criminal record and contactable references
- Matric / National Senior Certificate (Grade 12)
- Relevant administrative or office management qualification (advantageous)
- Professional, courteous manner with strong customer-service orientation
- High attention to detail and accuracy in data capture
- Experience supporting senior managers is an advantage
Candidates who meet most of these criteria are welcome to be considered for the role.