Executive Assistant to CEO

Chapter 2 uses a combination of people, processes and technology to scale our client’s businesses. We have redefined the traditional RPO model to achieve fast, economical and exceptional results.

Our holistic approach combines dedicated embedded talent, best-in-breed technology and employer branding into organisations across all sectors.

We are a global business with team members located in the UK, South Africa, Singapore, the US, Germany and the next stage of our global expansion is into India. Having grown 1300% in the first two years of business, the team is growing rapidly! With an amazing company culture, our employees are empowered to help us achieve our mission.

The Chapter 2 team is passionate about the evolution of recruitment and talent acquisition. We are loyal to our clients, company vision and each other - working together and supporting one another. We are united and relentless in our drive to deliver results for both our clients and ourselves. We are comfortable with uncomfortable conversations. Honesty and communication are the backbone of everything we do.

Location: Johannesburg, South Africa. 

About the Role: We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Executive Assistant to support our CEO in managing a wide range of responsibilities. This role is crucial in ensuring the smooth operation of our leadership team by managing travel arrangements, coordinating the CEO's diary, and ensuring the follow-through on key actions. The successful candidate will be a strategic thinker with excellent communication skills, with commercial acumen and a proactive, business-minded approach, capable of handling complex schedules and supporting strategic initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Travel Management: Coordinate and manage the CEO's travel arrangements, including flights, accommodations, and itineraries, ensuring a seamless travel experience.
• Diary Management: Organize and manage the CEO's schedule, prioritizing and coordinating appointments, meetings, and events to optimize time and effectiveness.
• Meeting Support: Attend key meetings, including Senior Leadership Team (SLT) sessions, to take accurate, detailed minutes and ensure action points are documented.
• Action Follow-Up: Track and follow up on action items from previous meetings, collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure that all items are progressing according to plan.

Ideal Candidate:

• 5+ Proven experience as an Executive Assistant or in a similar role, preferably supporting C-suite executives.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite (including Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to summarize discussions and actions concisely.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and discretion.
• Comfortable with a fast-paced, high-stakes environment, capable of anticipating needs and adapting to shifting priorities.
• Proactive, with a solution-oriented mindset.

Chapter 2 are committed to growing a diverse workforce that represents all people regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability or neurodiversity. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will make any recruitment or interview adjustments that will ensure a comfortable candidate experience.