Executive Admin Assistant

Remote Recruitment

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South Africa remote Until 9/8/2026 First posted July 10, 2026 Last posted July 10, 2026
Job description

Remote Recruitment is looking for an Executive Admin Assistant to support a busy UK leadership team, working fully remotely from South Africa. This is a 100% remote role where you'll keep senior people organised and one step ahead.

Role overview

You'll be the right hand to one or more UK executives, managing diaries, inboxes and the day-to-day details that keep everything running smoothly. It's a role for someone who enjoys bringing order to a busy schedule.

Key responsibilities

  • Manage complex calendars and coordinate meetings across time zones
  • Triage inboxes, draft replies and keep on top of follow-ups
  • Arrange travel, prepare agendas and take clear meeting notes
  • Prepare documents, presentations and reports as needed
  • Handle confidential information with discretion
  • Keep projects and tasks moving to their deadlines

What you'll need

  • Experience as an executive assistant or in senior administrative support
  • Strong written and spoken English
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace and calendar tools
  • Excellent organisation and attention to detail
  • A reliable internet connection and a quiet home workspace

What's on offer

Salary of R18,000 to R24,000 per month, depending on experience. Working hours are 09:00 to 17:00 UK time (11:00 to 19:00 SAST), Monday to Friday. You'll work directly with UK leadership, with room to grow and the stability of an established employer, all from home.

About this role

Summary

Support UK leadership with calendar, travel, documents, and communication tasks.

Job title

Executive Admin Assistant

Experience level

experience as an executive assistant or in senior administrative support

Industry

recruitment

Location requirements

remote from South Africa, work allowed

Salary

$18k–$24k

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

English

Preferred skills

Microsoft OfficeGoogle Workspace

Specializations

calendar managementmeeting coordinationdocument preparationtravel arrangementsconfidentiality
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

South Africa

Remote Country