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Talent SamTS

Executive Assistant

Talent Sam is a recruitment and HR solution that connects global companies with pre-vetted, highly skilled remote talent from South Africa, handling everything from hiring to payroll and compliance.

Talent Sam

Employee count: 11-50

AU, CA + 8 more

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We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Executive Assistant to support senior leadership and ensure smooth day-to-day operations. In this role, you will manage schedules, coordinate communications, handle administrative tasks, and provide high-level support to executives in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, professional, and capable of managing multiple priorities while maintaining confidentiality and efficiency. You will serve as a key point of coordination between executives, internal teams, and external stakeholders, helping optimize productivity and streamline operations. This position requires excellent communication skills, strong organizational abilities, and the ability to work independently while anticipating executive needs.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage executive calendars, appointments, and meeting schedules

  • Coordinate internal and external communications on behalf of leadership

  • Organize meetings, prepare agendas, and take meeting notes when required

  • Handle travel arrangements, accommodations, and expense reporting

  • Prepare reports, presentations, and business documents

  • Maintain confidential files, records, and sensitive information

  • Assist with project coordination and follow-up on action items

  • Screen and prioritize emails, calls, and requests for executives

  • Support day-to-day administrative and operational tasks

  • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth workflow and communication

Skills & Experience Required

  • Proven experience as an Executive Assistant, Administrative Assistant, or similar role

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

  • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities

  • High level of professionalism and confidentiality

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and virtual collaboration tools

  • Ability to prioritize tasks and manage deadlines effectively

  • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills

  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

  • Experience coordinating schedules and managing executive calendars

  • Comfortable working in fast-paced and dynamic environments

Core Competencies

  • Professionalism and discretion

  • Time management and organization

  • Communication and interpersonal skills

  • Adaptability and flexibility

  • Accountability and reliability

  • Critical thinking and initiative

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Hiring timezones

United States +/- 0 hours, and 9 other timezones

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Talent Sam is a customer-centric recruitment and HR solution designed to help global businesses build high-performing remote teams in South Africa. We understand that finding the right talent can be a daunting and time-consuming process, which is why we have streamlined the entire experience to be as simple and efficient as possible. Our mission is to bridge the gap between exceptional South African professionals and international companies looking to scale their operations without the overhead or complexity of traditional hiring methods.

We take a hands-on approach to every placement, handling the entire lifecycle from recruitment and rigorous vetting to onboarding, payroll, and compliance. By acting as the Employer of Record (EOR), we ensure that your new team members are fully supported and legally compliant, allowing you to focus on what matters most—growing your business. Our clients benefit from a curated pool of highly skilled, English-speaking talent available at a fraction of the cost of local hires, all while maintaining the highest standards of quality and professionalism. Whether you need a single specialist or a full team, Talent Sam provides the infrastructure, support, and expertise to make remote hiring a seamless and successful part of your strategy.

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