Executive Assistant | Wealth Management and Financial Company

Assist World

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South Africa remote Until 8/22/2026 1+ years exp First posted May 20, 2026 Last posted May 20, 2026
Job description

Position Overview
We are seeking a highly organized, proactive, and positive Executive Assistant to support the
leadership team of a fast-paced wealth management and financial planning firm. This role will
primarily support the founder/CEO and work closely with the COO and President to keep
priorities, communication, scheduling, and initiatives moving efficiently.
The ideal candidate is experienced supporting senior executives, thrives in fast-moving
environments, can manage competing priorities, and is comfortable serving as a trusted
gatekeeper and organizational partner.

Key Responsibilities
Executive & Administrative Support
● Manage complex calendars, scheduling, and meeting coordination
● Coordinate domestic travel arrangements and itineraries
● Monitor and manage executive inboxes
● Delegate tasks and communications appropriately
● Prioritize emails and action items within CRM workflows
● Ensure deadlines, initiatives, and follow-ups stay on track
● Work closely with leadership to maintain organizational alignment


CRM & Workflow Management
● Utilize Salesforce CRM to organize tasks, priorities, and communications
● Create and maintain prioritized action lists
● Track ongoing projects and accountability items
● Support internal workflow coordination across departments


Communication & Client Coordination
● Coordinate client-related logistics and follow-ups
● Draft and respond to communications on behalf of executives when appropriate
● Serve as a professional point of contact for clients and internal stakeholders
● Build trusted relationships with clients and team members
Social Media & Marketing Support
● Post approved content to LinkedIn and company social channels
● Utilize compliant posting systems (e.g., SaySocial)
● Assist with maintaining consistent executive and company visibility online
Personal Assistance (Occasional)
● Assist with occasional personal administrative tasks
● Help streamline day-to-day logistics to maximize executive productivity

Ideal Candidate Profile
● Previous experience supporting C-level executives or founders
● Exceptional organizational and time management skills
● Strong written and verbal communication abilities
● Highly proactive, resourceful, and detail-oriented
● Comfortable operating in high-pressure and fast-paced environments
● Positive, upbeat personality with strong interpersonal skills
● Able to balance professionalism with personable communication
● Strong discretion and confidentiality standards
● Comfortable adjusting communication style based on urgency and workload

Preferred Qualifications
● Experience in financial services, wealth management, or regulated industries preferred
but not required
● Familiarity with Salesforce CRM
● Experience managing executive travel and schedules
● Experience handling client-facing communications

Why Join Assist World?
 
100% REMOTE
$50 birthday bonus
$200 testimonial bonus
$500 entry monthly raffle
NO TRACKER. NO PROBLEM

Compensation (from employer):
1200–1600 USD per-month-salary

About this role

Summary

Support leadership team with scheduling, communication, CRM, travel, and client relations

Job title

Executive Assistant

Experience level

experienced supporting C-level executives

Minimum experience

1+ years exp

Industry

finance

Location requirements

remote work allowed, South Africa based or Virtual

Salary

1200–1600 USD per-month-salary

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

calendar managementCRMcommunicationtravel planningconfidentiality

Preferred skills

financial servicesSalesforce CRMclient management

Specializations

wealth managementfinancial servicesCRMcalendar managementclient coordination
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

South Africa

Remote Country