Personal Assistant

About the role

We are seeking a proactive Personal Assistant to provide high‑level support to senior executives at Old Mutual. The role involves managing administrative tasks, coordinating events, and acting as a key liaison with internal and external stakeholders in a fast‑paced environment.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare presentations, notes and reports, often drafting initial versions with minimal input.
• Coordinate resources, gather information and produce first‑draft reports for senior leadership.
• Organise face‑to‑face and digital events, conferences and meetings, ensuring all documentation is ready.
• Act as the first point of contact for correspondence, calls and stakeholder inquiries.
• Investigate and research ad‑hoc business issues, escalating important matters appropriately.
• Build and maintain relationships with executives, senior management and external partners.

Required profile

• Postgraduate degree in Finance, Commercial studies or a related field.
• Significant experience liaising with senior management and handling confidential information.
• Strong organisational, planning and prioritising abilities with a self‑starter attitude.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining high accuracy and attention to detail.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint.