Miranda van Wyk

Provided extensive executive support to Group Chief People & Transformation Officer and Managing Director, including complex diary management, international travel arrangements, and coordination of group-wide meetings. Played a key role in procurement decisions, office renovations, and company-wide events, demonstrating high-level organizational and liaison skills.

Served as PA to CEO, Office Manager, and Human Resources lead, managing CEO's schedule, international travel, and meeting minutes. Oversaw HR responsibilities including recruitment, contracts, appraisals, and facilities management for multiple offices.

Supported the National General Manager with extensive diary management, meeting coordination, and minute-taking for Board/Executive meetings. Handled international travel, expense processing, presentations, and managed client complaints and confidential personal matters.

Managed CEO and Board Directors' relocation to London, including visa applications, accommodation, and new office setup. Acted as central contact for high-profile visitors, coordinating travel, meetings, and business requirements.

Provided PA support to Joint CEOs, managing diaries, travel, and meeting arrangements. Handled confidential matters, financial spreadsheets, office relocation, and marketing/promotional duties.

Supported the Branch Manager with diary management, meeting coordination, and confidential administrative tasks. Managed recruitment processes including CV formatting, reference checks, background checks, and interview scheduling.

Performed recruitment secretarial duties, including CV formatting, reference checks, and interview scheduling. Managed telephone calls, liaised with clients and candidates, and maintained office operations.

Provided PA support to the Managing Director, handling correspondence, reports, diary management, and travel arrangements. Managed staff recruitment, office facilities, invoicing, and organized events.

Specialized in permanent recruitment of HR and Training professionals, managing the entire recruitment lifecycle from sourcing to placement. Account-managed retained assignments, conducted client visits, and achieved significant financial targets.

Managed the Permanent Secretarial/P.A./Office Manager/Marketing & Personnel Recruitment Division, liaising with clients to understand recruitment needs and advising on suitable candidates. Coordinated interviews, made placements, and conducted business development activities.

Managed comprehensive HR administration, including starter/leaver paperwork, salary increases, and recruitment processes for office staff. Coordinated graduate recruitment, administered psychometric tests, and produced management reports.

Served in various purser roles onboard cruise ships, managing crew personnel, assisting senior officers, and organizing tour excursions. Oversaw front desk operations, handled foreign exchange, and managed passenger embarkation/disembarkation.

Completed secondary education with 7 O' Levels, including Mathematics and English. This foundational education provided a strong academic base.

Completed a one-year day-release course focusing on personnel practices. Gained knowledge in various aspects of human resources.

Undertook a one-year day-release course in Business Studies. Developed an understanding of core business principles and practices.