Job Description

Job Opening: Executive AssistantLocation: South Africa (Remote – US Hours)Type: Full-Time, Work from HomeHours: Monday to Friday (3pm-11pm SAST)Pay: Monthly USD SalaryAbout the RoleWe are seeking a highly organized and personable Executive Assistant to provide administrative and operational support to our team. As the first point of contact for incoming calls and communication, this individual must be articulate, engaging, and professional. The role requires someone who thrives on structure, has a strong insurance industry background, and can take ownership of tasks to ensure nothing falls through the cracks.Key ResponsibilitiesServe as the first point of contact for all company phone calls, delivering a professional and welcoming experience.Manage schedules, meetings, and appointments with attention to detail.Organize and maintain administrative systems to ensure smooth daily operations.Provide support with insurance-related documentation, filing, and client communication.Anticipate needs and proactively address outstanding or overlooked tasks.Track and follow through on pending items to ensure completion.Handle confidential information with discretion and integrity.RequirementsExcellent command of English, both written and verbal.Engaging personality with strong communication and interpersonal skills.Proven experience in an administrative, executive assistant, or secretary role.Insurance industry background is essential.Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple moving parts.Proactive, dedicated, and responsible, with a strong sense of ownership.Tech-savvy and comfortable with standard office software and communication tools.To Apply:Email your CV and to move forward with the next steps, we'd love to learn more about your background and experiences through a short video. Please record a brief video introducing yourself and describing your relevant work experiences. You may upload your video using Google Drive or Loom, and then share the link with us with your application.Please note that applications submitted without a video will not be processed further, so we encourage you to complete this step at your earliest convenience.If you have not heard back from us within 14 days of application, please consider it as unsuccessful.

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