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Pavago

Executive Assistant

RemoteSouth Africa only
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Role
Operations
Experience
Mid
Employment
Full-time
Salary not disclosed
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Executive Assistant with 3+ years supporting senior leaders. Must manage Outlook inboxes, complex calendars, Salesforce, Zoom/Teams, and be reachable by phone during 9:00 AM–5:00 PM CST. Requires exceptional written and verbal English and discretion with confidential information.

Core skills

Microsoft OutlookSalesforce CRM

Required skills

Microsoft Office 365ZoomMicrosoft Teams

Required languages

English Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

What you'll do

  • Manage executive inboxes using Microsoft Outlook by prioritizing emails, drafting responses, and organizing communications.
  • Monitor incoming correspondence to ensure timely responses and follow-ups.
  • Draft professional communications on behalf of leadership while maintaining confidentiality.
  • Act as the communication liaison between executives, internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders.
  • Manage complex executive calendars, including scheduling, rescheduling, and confirming meetings across multiple time zones.
  • Proactively resolve scheduling conflicts and protect executives' time.
  • Coordinate Zoom and Microsoft Teams meetings, including invitations and meeting logistics.
  • Ensure leadership is fully prepared for upcoming meetings and commitments.
  • Remain available by phone throughout the 9:00 AM–5:00 PM CST workday to receive real-time task delegation.
  • Accurately capture verbal instructions, convert them into actionable tasks, and ensure timely completion.
  • Track priorities, deadlines, and follow-ups without requiring constant supervision.
  • Confirm completion of delegated tasks promptly and proactively.
  • Coordinate domestic and international travel arrangements.
  • Prepare meeting agendas, record meeting notes, and track action items.
  • Organize files, documentation, and business records.
  • Assist with research, reporting, and special projects as assigned.
  • Coordinate vendor communications and administrative workflows.
  • Maintain accurate records and activities within Salesforce CRM.
  • Track ongoing projects, deadlines, and executive priorities.
  • Follow up on outstanding tasks and ensure operational activities continue moving forward.
  • Communicate professionally with clients, vendors, and external partners via email, phone, and virtual meetings.
  • Serve as a trusted point of contact on behalf of leadership.
  • Represent the company with professionalism, responsiveness, and discretion.
  • Managing executive inboxes and prioritizing daily communications.
  • Coordinating calendars, meetings, and scheduling across multiple time zones.
  • Receiving phone-based task delegation and executing requests promptly.
  • Updating Salesforce records and tracking ongoing projects.
  • Preparing meeting agendas, documenting action items, and following up on outstanding tasks.
  • Coordinating travel arrangements and supporting day-to-day executive operations.

What they require

  • You are highly organized and naturally stay ahead of deadlines and priorities.
  • You communicate confidently and professionally with executives, clients, and stakeholders.
  • You thrive in fast-paced environments and can manage multiple responsibilities independently.
  • You exercise exceptional discretion when handling sensitive and confidential information.
  • You are proactive, responsive, and take ownership of tasks from start to finish.
  • 3+ years of experience as an Executive Assistant, Administrative Assistant, or similar executive support role.
  • Proven experience managing executive inboxes and complex calendars.
  • Exceptional written and verbal English communication skills.
  • Proven ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with complete discretion.
  • Availability to remain reachable by phone throughout 9:00 AM–5:00 PM CST.
  • Fast and accurate typing skills for documenting verbal instructions and real-time task management.
  • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities with excellent attention to detail.
  • Experience interacting professionally with clients and external stakeholders.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Office 365, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Salesforce CRM.

Pavago is hiring for one of its clients seeking an Accounting & Finance Coordinator to support finance and operations teams.

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