Job Title
Private Executive Personal Assistant to Managing DirectorEmployment Type
Full TimeExperience
5 to 5 yearsSalary
R30000 to R38000Job Published
04 July 2025Job Reference No.
1774754457Job Description
Are you an experienced Private Personal Assistant who thrives on variety, enjoys managing the finer details of a busy household, and takes pride in providing trusted support in every aspect of daily life?
We are seeking a highly organised, discreet and adaptable Private Executive PA to manage the personal, household, family and travel requirements of a busy Managing Director.
What You’ll Do:
In this personal capacity, your responsibilities will include:
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Managing complex diaries and calendars (Outlook)
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Organising domestic and international travel for the MD and family — flights, visas, passports, itineraries
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Handling household staff admin: contracts, leave, files for domestic workers, au pairs, gardener
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Overseeing the day-to-day running of local and international properties, including repairs, maintenance, and liaising with contractors
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Managing timesheets, leave schedules, and domestic staff queries
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Assisting with family matters: children’s school admin, applications, vaccinations, activities
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Handling errands such as sourcing products/services, dry cleaning, repairs, grocery shopping, medication collection, personal appointments
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Overseeing bookkeeping to trial balance, tax submissions (SARS eFiling), insurance renewals and claims
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Managing confidential documents, investments, medical aid claims and personal policies
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Organising family events, functions and special occasions
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Maintaining confidential passwords, logins and sensitive information
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Acting as proxy on property renovations, both local and international
What You’ll Bring:
> 5+ years’ experience as a Private Personal Assistant or Household Manager supporting a senior executive, business owner or private family
> A proven track record managing multiple households or properties
> Exceptional discretion, confidentiality and a high level of trustworthiness
> Strong organisational and multitasking skills — able to handle anything that comes your way
> Experience with household staff management and domestic admin
> Bookkeeping experience (VAT, SARS submissions)
> Excellent computer skills (Outlook, Word, Excel)
> Flexible, resourceful and willing to run personal errands or step in where needed
Why You’ll Love This Role:
No two days will be the same! This is an opportunity to be the right hand to a busy Managing Director, ensuring their private and family life runs smoothly at all times. From household management to travel, admin and special family milestones - you’ll play a vital role in making everyday life easier and more organised.