Why South Assistants?
At South Assistants, we connect world-class remote talent with ambitious businesses across the US, UK, and Europe. As an Admin Assistant, you'll be the backbone of operations for our clients, helping them scale effortlessly while working remotely from South Africa.
- Work with premium clients: Support innovative companies and executives who value excellence and efficiency.
- Fully remote: Work from anywhere in South Africa with flexible hours that fit your lifestyle.
- Growth opportunities: Develop your skills, take on new responsibilities, and grow your career with us.
- Competitive compensation: Earn above-market rates with performance-based bonuses and long-term contract benefits.
In this role you will…
- Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate appointments across multiple time zones.
- Handle email correspondence, filtering priorities and drafting professional responses.
- Organize and maintain digital files, documents, and databases with meticulous attention to detail.
- Coordinate travel arrangements, including flights, accommodations, and itineraries.
- Prepare reports, presentations, and meeting materials as needed.
- Manage expense tracking and basic bookkeeping tasks.
- Conduct research and compile information for projects and decision-making.
- Liaise with clients, vendors, and team members on behalf of executives.
- Handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
You will be a perfect fit if you…
- Have 2+ years of experience as an administrative assistant, executive assistant, or similar role.
- Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Are highly organized with exceptional time management and multitasking abilities.
- Are proficient in Google Workspace (Gmail, Calendar, Drive, Docs, Sheets) and Microsoft Office.
- Have experience with project management tools like Asana, Trello, or Monday.com.
- Are tech-savvy and quick to learn new software and systems.
- Can work independently with minimal supervision and take initiative.
- Are comfortable working during US/UK business hours (flexible schedules available).
You will be an exceptional fit if you also...
- Have experience supporting C-level executives or senior management.
- Are familiar with CRM systems like HubSpot, Salesforce, or similar platforms.
- Have basic bookkeeping or financial administration experience.
- Possess strong problem-solving skills and can anticipate needs before they arise.
- Have experience in a remote work environment with distributed teams.
Our benefits
- Fully remote work environment
- Competitive monthly salary ($900 – $1,400 based on experience)
- Performance-based bonuses
- 15% discount after 3-month probation period with 6 or 12-month contract commitment
- Paid time off (21 days per year)
- 7 public holidays per year
- Professional development opportunities
- Access to premium productivity tools and software
- Supportive team culture with regular check-ins
Additional notes
You must be based in South Africa and have a reliable internet connection and home office setup.
We offer a $900 – $1,400/month salary for this role. This salary range is based on experience level. After a successful 3-month probation period, you can commit to a 6 or 12-month contract and receive a 15% discount on the monthly rate.
[!NOTE] This is a full-time remote position (40 hours/week). Part-time positions (20 hours/week) are also available at adjusted rates. Please specify your preference in your application.