Personal Assistant / Office Administrator
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About the role
Location: George, Western Cape
Industry: Architecture
Position: Part-time | Office-based
Working Hours: 09:00 – 15:00, Monday to Friday
About the Role
An established architectural firm in George is looking for an experienced, highly organised and detail-oriented Personal Assistant / Office Administrator to support its day-to-day administrative operations.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a professional environment, takes genuine pride in the quality of their work and is looking for a position that offers greater flexibility through shorter working hours.
We're looking for someone who is exceptionally accurate, confident in both English and Afrikaans, and has a particular talent for preparing beautifully presented, error-free documents.
You'll be responsible for ensuring that correspondence, documentation and general office administration are handled efficiently, professionally and with meticulous attention to detail.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare, format, proofread and finalise professional documents, reports and correspondence.
Manage general office administration, filing and document organisation.
Provide administrative and personal assistant support to the firm's professional team.
Draft and review written correspondence in both English and Afrikaans.
Ensure all documentation meets high standards of accuracy, consistency and presentation.
Assist with scheduling, coordination and general day-to-day office requirements.
Maintain organised administrative systems and ensure tasks are completed accurately and on time.
Requirements
Grade 12 / Matric or higher qualification.
Minimum 5 years' experience in office administration or a personal assistant role.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and Afrikaans.
Advanced Microsoft Word proficiency, including document formatting, styling, indexing and working with complex documents.
Exceptional spelling, grammar and proofreading abilities.
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
Confidence working independently and managing multiple administrative responsibilities.
Professional, reliable and comfortable working in an office environment.
Personality & Fit
We're looking for someone who genuinely enjoys administration and takes pride in getting the small details right.
You are likely someone who:
Has been described as a perfectionist because of the quality of your work.
Notices spelling mistakes, formatting inconsistencies and small errors that others overlook.
Enjoys creating order, structure and efficiency.
Is naturally organised, methodical and dependable.
Takes ownership of responsibilities without needing constant supervision.
Communicates professionally and confidently in both English and Afrikaans.
If spelling mistakes bother you, poorly formatted documents frustrate you and you take pride in producing work that's accurate and beautifully presented, we'd love to hear from you.
Working Hours
Monday to Friday, 09:00 – 15:00.
This position offers shorter working hours, making it an attractive opportunity for an experienced professional seeking greater flexibility while remaining active in a professional office environment.
How to Apply
Apply: Send your CV to marketing@opusrecruiter.com
Requirements
Grade 12 / Matric or higher qualification.
Minimum 5 years' experience in office administration or a personal assistant role.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and Afrikaans.
Advanced Microsoft Word proficiency, including document formatting, styling, indexing and working with complex documents.
Exceptional spelling, grammar and proofreading abilities.