About this role
Exciting Remote Opportunity! We're Hiring an Executive Support Assistant!
Are you an exceptional Executive Assistant who anticipates needs, manages competing priorities, and acts as a force multiplier for busy leaders? We are seeking a full-time Executive Support Assistant based in South Africa to support U.S.-based executives, founders, and leadership teams!
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️ C1 ENGLISH LEVEL IS REQUIRED. The selected candidate will be speaking strictly in English during their whole shift. ️ PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR RESUME AND AUDIO RECORDING IN ENGLISH.
Job Details at a Glance
- Job Title: Executive Support Assistant
- Job ID: IOHMEL1
- Location: Remote — South Africa
- Job Status: Full Time
- Work Schedule: U.S. Time Zone alignment required (Monday–Friday)
- Salary: $2,000 – $3,000 USD / month
- Target Start Date: ASAP
About the Role
This is more than a traditional administrative role. We are looking for a proactive right hand who can manage complex calendars, triage high-volume inboxes, track action items, and organize daily logistics so executive leaders can focus on high-impact strategic priorities.
Key Responsibilities
- Calendar & Schedule Governance: Manage executive calendars and schedule meetings proactively with zero conflicts.
- Inbox & Correspondence Triage: Manage email inboxes, draft professional correspondence, and flag urgent priorities.
- ✈️ Travel & Logistics: Coordinate end-to-end travel arrangements, itineraries, and meeting logistics.
- Action Item Tracking: Track executive action items, drive persistent follow-ups, and keep special initiatives progressing smoothly.
- Executive Support & Confidentiality: Prepare reports, presentations, and documents while handling sensitive information with high discretion.
✅ Qualifications & Requirements
⭐ Core Requirements:
- Experience: 2+ years of experience as an Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant, or in an Executive Support role.
- Organization: Exceptional time management, calendar control, and inbox triage skills with acute attention to detail.
- Mindset: Proactive, solutions-focused approach with the ability to solve problems independently.
- Communication: Flawless written and spoken English skills.
- Tech & AI Proficiency: Comfortable using modern productivity software and AI tools to increase daily output.
- Workplace Setup: Based in South Africa with an owned reliable laptop, fast and stable internet connection, and full commitment to U.S. business hours.
Submit your application today and take the first step toward your next great opportunity!