What Jobs are available for Administrative Staff in Edenvale?

About the Role:
We are seeking a highly organised Office Assistant to support our leadership team with day-to-day administrative tasks, payroll management, and efficient use of Microsoft Office applications. The ideal candidate will have advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, a solid understanding of other Office tools (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook), and prior exposure to managing payroll processes.

While no formal IT certifications are required, a comfortable familiarity with basic technology tools is expected.

Key Responsibilities

1. Administrative Support ○ Manage calendars, schedule appointments, and coordinate meetings for senior executives. ○ Handle email correspondence and phone calls, directing inquiries to the appropriate teams when necessary. ○ Organise travel arrangements, including booking flights, accommodation, and itineraries.

○ Prepare and edit letters, reports, and presentations.

1. Microsoft Excel & Office Suite Management ○ Create, update, and maintain spreadsheets to track key metrics, budgets, and other data sets. ○ Develop presentations, documents, and other materials using Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook. ○ Ensure ahigh degree of accuracy and data integrity in all reports and documents.

2. Payroll Coordination ○ Collaborate with the finance or HR department to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing. ○ Maintain records of employee hours, leave requests, and expense claims where necessary.

○ Address queries regarding payroll, leave balances, and other personnel matters.

4.
Project & Task Management

○ Assist in the planning, organisation, and execution of various projects or events. ○ Maintain project status reports, action items, and deadlines to ensure timely completion. ○ Coordinate with cross-functional teams to gather information or resources needed for deliverables.

1. General Office Operations ○ Greet visitors, schedule meeting rooms, and coordinate catering for on-site meetings or events. ○ Uphold confidentiality and discretion in handling sensitive information.

Qualifications & Experience
● Education: ○ Highschool diploma or equivalent required; bachelor's degree preferred but not mandatory. ● IT&TechSkills: ○ Strong practical understanding of everyday technology usage (no formal certifications required). ○ Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data analysis) and competency in Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook. ● Payroll Experience: ○ Prior experience with payroll processing or coordination, ideally in collaboration with HR/Finance teams. ● Administrative Experience: ○ Proven track record in a personal assistant, executive assistant, or similar administrative role. Soft Skills & Attributes ● Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities. ● Strong communication skills (verbal and written). ● Proactive problem-solver with a high level of attention to detail. ● Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. ● Dedicated to achieving expectations and results drive

Location : Sandton

Gross monthly Salary : R10 000-R12 000

Administrative Assistant
(Junior Level)

Location: Kempton Park

A full-time Administrative Assistant (junior level) position is available at our firm's Kempton Park offices.

The successful candidate will be expected to assist the staff in legal and administrative matters, as well as work independently when required. The role involves day-to-day administrative tasks, managing files, preparing documents, answering calls, managing diaries, data capturing, and liaising with clients and service providers. The candidate will also be expected to liaise with debtors and creditors, assist in day-to-day financial administrative tasks, and manage postal duties.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing and coordinating diaries, appointments, and meetings.
• Handling email communications, including drafting, responding, and organising correspondence.
• Drafting legal documents, and opinions accurately and efficiently, under senior staff oversight.
• Keeping track of critical deadlines and ensuring timely submissions of legal filings.
• Maintaining and organising digital and physical files related to all matters.
• Liaising with clients, service provider, and IP offices, and other stakeholders professionally.
• Liaising with debtors and creditors.
• Assisting with day-to-day financial administrative tasks.
• Managing postal duties.

Skills and Qualities our firm is looking for:

• Strong organisational skills with keen attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively under tight deadlines.
• Able to follow instructions accurately.*
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other administrative tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proactive mindset with the ability to anticipate needs and take initiative.
• Confidentiality and discretion in handling sensitive information.
• Senior certificate and computer literacy.
• Own transport (residence in or near Kempton Park preferred).
• Familiarity with docketing systems and legal filing processes is advantageous.
• Prior legal or intellectual property experience is advantageous, but not essential.

Remuneration:

Market-related salary based on position, experience, and industry standards, negotiable depending on the candidate's experience.

What our firm offers:

• A vibrant, creative workspace where your ideas are valued.
• Flexible working environment.
• Collaborative environment with a team of talented professionals.
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.

* Note:

This is
NOT
an attorney or candidate attorney position. Applications by candidates not suited to the specific position and level will be rejected. The firm reserves the right not to fill the position.

Only online applications will be considered. Please do not contact the firm or staff directly regarding this position
. Any direct contact will result in disqualification of the application
. Only successful applicants will be contacted.

Are you organised, people-oriented, and confident on the phone?

We're looking for a friendly and professional
Administrative Assistant
to join our growing team.

What you'll do:

• Communicate daily with clients and candidates.
• Assist with scheduling, data capturing, and maintaining accurate records.
• Handle incoming calls and follow up on enquiries.
• Work closely with our internal team to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Provide excellent service and build positive relationships with people.

What we're looking for:

• Well-spoken and professional communication skills.
• Bilingual in English and Afrikaans (essential).
• Confident, friendly, and comfortable dealing with people.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Computer literate.

Working Hours:

Monday to Friday,
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Salary:

R7,000 – R10,000 per month
, based on experience

We offer:

• Supportive and energetic team environment.
• Opportunity to grow and learn within the company.
• Stable, weekday-only working hours.

If you're a people person who enjoys working in a fast-paced, communicative role —
we'd love to hear from you

Company Description

Jessen Lifts offers a range of elevators and accessible platform lifts designed to connect businesses, people, and goods through quick and easy access. Our solutions prioritize efficiency and safety, ensuring that all users can navigate spaces comfortably. We are committed to providing high-quality products that meet the needs of our clients and enhance their operational workflows.

Role Description

This is an on-site contract role for an Administrative Assistant located in Randburg. The Administrative Assistant will be responsible for providing general administrative support, managing communication, and offering executive administrative assistance. Typical tasks include handling phone calls, scheduling appointments, maintaining records, and performing clerical duties to ensure smooth office operations.

Qualifications

• Administrative Assistance and Clerical Skills
• Phone Etiquette and Communication Skills
• Executive Administrative Assistance Skills
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Proficiency in office software and equipment
• Ability to work independently in an on-site role
• Experience in the lift or construction industry is a plus
• High school diploma or equivalent; additional qualifications in office administration are advantageous

Job Description

Please note that this position is for a 1-year contract.

Administrative Assistant

Are you a detail-oriented & organized individual? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment & passionate about teamwork? We are currently seeking an Admin Assistant to join Medical Affairs South Africa. If you are prepared to offer essential support to our team and contribute to the success of our business, we invite you to read on and apply today

This role will report to the Head of Medical Affairs and will be based in Johannesburg, South Africa.

What we are looking for is someone who has:

• Experience with financial and budget tasks – i.e. good with bookkeeping, good with numbers within an Excel sheet.
• Able to understand pharmaceutical, clinical terminologies.
• Attention to detail.
• Good communication and people skills.
• Able to prioritize work and provide status report on a regular basis.

Medical affairs and our team need support on:

• Manages calendars, meetings and meetings minutes, prepares correspondence, and reports, and reliably handles confidential and politically sensitive issues.
• Coordinate hiring and on-boarding of new hires. Also handle resignations/off-boarding.
• Understand the processes involved with suppliers, vendors, contracting and payment, and manage payment & track expenses/budget appropriately as per various therapeutic areas that the different team members handle.
• SAP (Comet & Ariba) experiences in processing purchase orders, payment requests, and vendor add forms, as well as the ability to run expenses & budget reports within SAP.
• Able to work well with the team members and provide updates with effective and clear communication.

Required Skills:

Customer Service, Database Management, Detail-Oriented, Document Management, Event Planning, Office Administration, People Oriented, Prioritization, Scheduling, Vendor Management

Preferred Skills:

Communication

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Employee Status:

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Relocation:

VISA Sponsorship:

Travel Requirements:

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Not Applicable

Shift:

Valid Driving License:

Hazardous Material(s):

Job Posting End Date:

10/13/2025

• A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.

Requisition ID:R

About Us:

We are a leading supplier of agricultural and earth-moving machinery, with a strong presence across South Africa through three strategically located branches. Our company is committed to delivering high-quality equipment, exceptional service, and innovative solutions to our clients. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment where team members can grow, develop, and make a meaningful impact.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a reliable and organized Administrative Assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will handle a variety of administrative and clerical tasks to ensure smooth day to day operations in the office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate records and filing systems.
• Operate the switchboard, directing calls and providing excellent customer service.
• Provide administrative support to management, including scheduling and correspondence.
• Prepare and process purchase orders and basic documentation.
• Assist with travel, accommodation, and event bookings.
• Greet and assist visitors at reception when required.
• Perform general office duties such as data entry, photocopying, scanning, and filing.

Requirements:

• Matric (Grade 12) or equivalent.
• Previous administrative experience is advantageous.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transport.

Benefits:

· A probationary period of 3 months applies.

· After successful completion of probation, employees will qualify for membership in the company's provident fund.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: R9 000,00 per month

Language:

• English (Required)
• Afrikaans (Required)

License/Certification:

• Drivers License (Required)

Work Location: In person

While providing integrity to the casino and gambling industry for over 35 years, GLI has established an incomparable team of professionals. Join a global market leader in the gambling industry while leveraging your abilities to support team members in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. As an Administrative Assistant for our QA Department, you will have the opportunity to support the day-to-day operations, including assisting with contract reviews and supporting event coordination. We are seeking a professional like you with strong attention to detail to join our team to help optimize productivity.

Who We Are…
With over 35 years in the industry, Gaming Laboratories International is the global leader in the testing and certification of gaming devices and systems. We are proud of our stability and our history of world-class customer service delivery to more than 480 jurisdictions worldwide.

Why You Should Work Here…
Our employees are at the heart of everything we do, which is why they are our biggest investment. We offer competitive salaries, top-notch benefits, and a company culture focused on employee development and career enhancement. Our team members have the opportunity to communicate and collaborate with colleagues around the world.

What You Will Accomplish Here…
This is a fast-paced, dynamic position and an ideal fit for someone who thrives on wearing many hats to assist with all aspects of the team's operations. You will have an opportunity to collaborate with internal and external QA team members and utilize problem-solving skills to support cross-functional operations and drive efficiency.

This Position Will Focus On The Following

• Provides excellent customer service and operational support to both internal and external parties on behalf of the department.
• Organizes and maintains department information, including physical and electronic files and documents.
• Maintains departmental systems, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Writes and edits department communications, from letters to internal procedures.
• Support the Brazil status letters and letters of engagement requests for external clients.
• Support Letter Generation Tool and Quality Assurance dept tasks as needed
• Organizes and schedules meetings and/or events, including communicating between internal team members and external parties.
• Prepares and updates timely and accurate presentations and reports, as requested.
• Maintain confidential documents.
• May assist the team with expense reporting, as requested.
• Completes scanning, filing, and data entry, as necessary.
• Completes special projects, as assigned.
• May assist as a backup for reception, including answering phone calls and assisting with shipping.
• Performs other duties, as assigned.
• Completes special projects, as assigned.

How You Will Be Successful…

• You will be diligent, communicative, and collaborative.
• You will own your assigned tasks while exercising good judgment that is in the best interest of the Company.
• You will be open-minded to new processes and adaptable to change

Education, Experience, And Skills

• A National Senior Certificate is required.
• A minimum of 1 year of previous experience in a related position is required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, SharePoint, and PowerPoint, is required.
• Must have the ability to exercise good judgment in a variety of situations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Must have demonstrated professionalism, including while working under pressure.
• Must have the ability to handle multiple projects under tight deadlines, while maintaining a realistic balance among priorities.
• Must demonstrate a high degree of attention to quality, details, and correctness.
• Must have the ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position.

Gaming Laboratories International (GLI) is a gaming company. Any of our employees may be required to obtain a gaming license within one or all of the gaming jurisdictions. If you are requested by GLI to obtain a gaming license, your continued employment may be contingent on your ability to obtain that gaming license.

This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive; it is intended to identify major responsibilities and requirements of the job. The incumbent may be requested to perform other job-related task and responsibilities than those stated above.

For positions based in South Africa, preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups in line with the company's Employment Equity plan and EAP targets.

While providing integrity to the casino and gambling industry for over 35 years, GLI has established an incomparable team of professionals. Join a global market leader in the gambling industry while leveraging your abilities to support team members in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. As an Administrative Assistant for our QA Department, you will have the opportunity to support the day-to-day operations, including assisting with contract reviews and supporting event coordination. We are seeking a professional like you with strong attention to detail to join our team to help optimize productivity.

Who We Are…

With over 35 years in the industry, Gaming Laboratories International is the global leader in the testing and certification of gaming devices and systems. We are proud of our stability and our history of world-class customer service delivery to more than 480 jurisdictions worldwide.

Why You Should Work Here…

Our employees are at the heart of everything we do, which is why they are our biggest investment. We offer competitive salaries, top-notch benefits, and a company culture focused on employee development and career enhancement. Our team members have the opportunity to communicate and collaborate with colleagues around the world.

What You Will Accomplish Here…

This is a fast-paced, dynamic position and an ideal fit for someone who thrives on wearing many hats to assist with all aspects of the team's operations. You will have an opportunity to collaborate with internal and external QA team members and utilize problem-solving skills to support cross-functional operations and drive efficiency.

This position will focus on the following:

• Provides excellent customer service and operational support to both internal and external parties on behalf of the department.
• Organizes and maintains department information, including physical and electronic files and documents.
• Maintains departmental systems, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Writes and edits department communications, from letters to internal procedures.
• Support the Brazil status letters and letters of engagement requests for external clients.
• Support Letter Generation Tool and Quality Assurance dept tasks as needed
• Organizes and schedules meetings and/or events, including communicating between internal team members and external parties.
• Prepares and updates timely and accurate presentations and reports, as requested.
• Maintain confidential documents.
• May assist the team with expense reporting, as requested.
• Completes scanning, filing, and data entry, as necessary.
• Completes special projects, as assigned.
• May assist as a backup for reception, including answering phone calls and assisting with shipping.
• Performs other duties, as assigned.
• Completes special projects, as assigned.

How You Will Be Successful…

• You will be diligent, communicative, and collaborative.
• You will own your assigned tasks while exercising good judgment that is in the best interest of the Company.
• You will be open-minded to new processes and adaptable to change

Education, Experience, and Skills:

• A National Senior Certificate is required.
• A minimum of 1 year of previous experience in a related position is required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, SharePoint, and PowerPoint, is required.
• Must have the ability to exercise good judgment in a variety of situations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Must have demonstrated professionalism, including while working under pressure.
• Must have the ability to handle multiple projects under tight deadlines, while maintaining a realistic balance among priorities.
• Must demonstrate a high degree of attention to quality, details, and correctness.
• Must have the ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position.

Gaming Laboratories International (GLI) is a gaming company. Any of our employees may be required to obtain a gaming license within one or all of the gaming jurisdictions. If you are requested by GLI to obtain a gaming license, your continued employment may be contingent on your ability to obtain that gaming license.

This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive; it is intended to identify major responsibilities and requirements of the job. The incumbent may be requested to perform other job-related task and responsibilities than those stated above.

For positions based in South Africa, preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups in line with the company's Employment Equity plan and EAP targets.

We're Looking For Someone Who Loves Bringing Order to Busy Workdays

As a Virtual Administrative Assistant, you'll be the go-to person who makes sure everything behind the scenes runs smoothly. You'll connect people, projects, and clients—keeping communication clear and operations efficient.

What You'll Be Doing

• Record, organise, and share meeting notes in a timely and accurate way.
• Manage incoming calls, emails, and client requests with professionalism and discretion.
• Maintain up-to-date records across different platforms so information is always reliable and easy to find.
• Support cross-department projects, helping teams stay on schedule.
• Take care of everyday admin tasks like scheduling, document prep, and information management.
• Handle all responsibilities with confidentiality and a professional approach.
• Explore and adopt tools or software that can improve how we work.

Who We're Looking For

• A strong communicator who is clear, confident, and approachable.
• Highly organised and proactive—able to see what's needed before being asked.
• Someone who takes pride in supporting others and keeping things running seamlessly.
• Detail-oriented and structured, with a natural ability to keep track of multiple moving parts.
• Comfortable working independently in a remote setup while staying closely connected with the team.
• Quick to learn and adapt to new systems, processes, and technologies.

What We Offer

• 40 days of paid annual leave
• Fully remote role—work from wherever you're most productive

Why You'll Enjoy Working With Us

We believe strong teams are built on reliable support. Here, you won't just be doing admin—you'll be a vital part of how we operate. You'll collaborate with motivated colleagues who value initiative, teamwork, and genuine care for one another's success. If creating order, supporting a fast-moving team, and playing an essential role in meaningful work excites you, we'd love to hear from you.

• 3+ years' experience in an administrative, operations, or similar support role

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office/365 tools

• Familiarity with CRM platforms or similar systems (a big advantage)
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and quality
• Highly organised, reliable, and skilled at managing time effectively
• Confident working independently, setting priorities, and meeting deadlines
• Comfortable with technology and quick to learn new tools and processes
• Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative, team-focused mindset
• Excellent written and spoken English, with great grammar and attention to detail
• A reliable laptop, a consistent internet connection, and a dedicated home workspace
• Backup solutions in placeto stay online during outages