Executive Assistant

This is a current vacancy. We believe great workplaces are built on great people. We are looking for a Executive Assistant in Brits, and we encourage applicants from across North West to consider this opportunity.

Overview

The organisation is investing in its Brits operation, and this Executive Assistant position reflects that commitment. The successful candidate will work across the administration jobs function and contribute to the wider North West business.

Notably, the role suits a candidate who values consistency and clear communication. The Brits operation runs on accurate work, steady relationships and a genuine respect for the people in the team.

Importantly, the role has been written to be sustainable, not just busy. Strong output is expected, and managers in Brits also pay attention to recovery, learning and the kind of breathing room that keeps people doing good work over time.

Stakeholders for this position include line managers, peers across the administration jobs team and trusted external partners. Building those relationships early makes the next twelve months in Brits much easier.

The Environment

Equally, the environment is professional and structured. Expect a calm, well-organised office, a steady flow of support requests, and a strong culture of confidentiality.

Practically speaking, 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.

Practically speaking, the role is intended to operate under the hiring organisation’s workplace conduct, health and safety policies in North West.

Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Brits site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.

Your Future Here

Career progression for this administration jobs role in Brits depends on the hiring organisation’s policies, role requirements and business needs in North West.

Growth conversations happen at a regular cadence — not just at year-end — so the path forward stays current and realistic for every Brits team member.

Internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Brits have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across North West.

Training is a mix of formal courses, structured on-the-job learning and exposure to broader projects, all geared at building practical skills.

Equal Opportunity

Crucially, the organisation supports a respectful workplace. Applications are welcome from suitably qualified candidates across North West, and recruitment is intended to be fair and transparent.

Notably, the hiring organisation’s applicable employment-equity and inclusion practices will be explained in the final vacancy details for North West.

B-BBEE compliance is more than a scorecard here. It informs how the business invests in skills development, supplier diversity and community engagement across the country.

Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Brits.

Your Team

Practically speaking, the team you will be working with is fast-paced and energetic. Things move quickly across the Brits office, and the people who thrive here are the ones who plan ahead, communicate openly and pick up the slack when North West operations get busy.

Importantly, the team structure and working relationships for this role in Brits will be explained during the hiring process.

Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.

Collaboration is the default working mode. Whether picking up a quick query or working through a complex project, you will find colleagues willing to lean in and help.

Key Outputs

• Prepare meeting packs, agendas and minutes for internal forums
• Process invoices, requisitions and expense claims for approval
• File, scan and archive documents in line with retention policies
• Liaise with suppliers, contractors and service providers
• Manage diaries, meetings and travel logistics for the leadership team
• Maintain visitor registers and ensure compliance with access protocols
• Track and report on departmental KPIs through standard templates

What You’ll Need

• Discretion when handling confidential and POPIA-sensitive information
• Ability to work independently and manage competing deadlines
• Good written and verbal communication skills appropriate to the role
• Matric / National Senior Certificate (Grade 12)
• Reliable, punctual and committed to high service standards

Each application is reviewed carefully, and strong matches against the criteria above will move forward in the process.