Executive Assistant

Assist World
South Africa
RemoteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Administrative professionals with AI tool experience and executive-level support background will find this remote role in South Africa ideal for showcasing proactive workflow management and cross-platform efficiency.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with prior experience managing executive workflows and AI tools like Claude will align well with the role's expectations.
    — “Proven experience as an Executive Assistant, ideally supporting senior executives or high-level professionals
  • Individuals who thrive in self-directed, fast-paced environments and have a track record of anticipating executive needs will excel here.
    — “This is not a role for someone who simply waits for instructions

Things to consider

  • The remote work arrangement requires self-discipline and the ability to manage time effectively within fixed hours.
    — “20 Hours per Week | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM ET
  • The role demands comfort with multiple software platforms and a willingness to learn new systems quickly.
    — “Comfortable working with multiple software platforms and learning new systems quickly

How to stand out

  • Highlight specific instances where you improved administrative workflows using AI or automation tools.
    — “Identify opportunities to improve processes and make the executive's day-to-day workflow more efficient
  • Showcase your ability to manage executive calendars and communications in a proactive manner.
    — “Monitor outstanding tasks and proactively remind the executive of anything requiring their attention
  • Emphasize your experience with HubSpot, Google Workspace, and AI tools like Claude in your resume and interview responses.
    — “Experience creating or working with AI prompts, integrations, connections, or custom AI 'skills' is highly desirable
  • Demonstrate your ability to handle confidential information and manage executive expectations.
    — “Comfortable managing confidential information and executive communications
  • Quantify your ability to follow through on tasks and ensure nothing falls through the cracks.
    — “Take ownership of assigned tasks from start to finish, ensuring nothing falls through the cracks
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · LowAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Individual

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What success looks like

  • efficient administrative support
  • accurate record-keeping
  • effective communication
Typical background
proven experience as an executive assistant

Skills & requirements

Required

Administrative SupportCommunicationTime ManagementAttention To DetailConfidentialityProactive ApproachTask Ownership

Preferred

AI Tools UsageEvent CoordinationVendor ManagementLogistics

Stack & domain

HubSpotClaudeAI ToolsGoogle WorkspaceGoogle SheetsSlackRampProactiveDetail-orientedResponsiveReliableTask OwnershipAttention To DetailOrganizationalTime-managementAdministrationCustomer ServiceInvestor Relations

About the role

Original posting from Assist World via Lever

About the Role

We are looking for a highly experienced, proactive, and detail-oriented Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative and operational support to a busy executive.

This is not a role for someone who simply waits for instructions. The ideal candidate will be able to take ownership of tasks, anticipate what needs to happen next, follow through without constant supervision, and communicate clearly and professionally.

You will work closely with an executive and have access to their email, internal systems, and

workflows. Because the company works closely with customers and investors, accuracy,

professionalism, responsiveness, and attention to detail are essential.

What You'll Be Doing

● Manage and coordinate administrative tasks on behalf of the executive

● Review and manage emails, including drafting responses and follow-ups

● Create email drafts that accurately reflect the executive's tone and communication style

● Follow up with customers, contacts, and stakeholders to ensure actions are completed

● Monitor outstanding tasks and proactively remind the executive of anything requiring their attention

● Help coordinate events, invitations, attendees, and customer communications

● Manage logistics for company events and executive engagements

● Research and coordinate vendors and suppliers, including promotional merchandise and company swag

● Place orders and coordinate delivery of materials and supplies

● Work within HubSpot and other internal systems to self-service administrative requests

● Maintain accurate records and information across Google Sheets and other Google Workspace tools

● Support general executive-level administration and ad hoc projects

● Identify opportunities to improve processes and make the executive's day-to-day

workflow more efficient

● Take ownership of assigned tasks from start to finish, ensuring nothing falls through the cracks 

AI & Technology:

The successful candidate should be comfortable using AI as part of their everyday workflow.

You don't need to be an AI expert, but you should already have practical experience using tools such as Claude and understand how AI can be used to improve productivity, communication, and administrative workflows.

Experience creating or working with AI prompts, integrations, connections, or custom AI "skills" is highly desirable.

What We're Looking For:

● Proven experience as an Executive Assistant, ideally supporting senior executives or

high-level professionals

● Experience working in a fast-paced environment where priorities can change quickly

● Excellent written and verbal English

● Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy

● Strong organizational and time-management skills

● Highly responsive and reliable

● A proactive, self-starting approach to work

● Excellent follow-through and task ownership

● Comfortable managing confidential information and executive communications

● Able to "manage up" by proactively identifying outstanding actions and keeping the

executive accountable

● Strong judgment and the ability to determine what needs to be handled independently versus escalated

● Comfortable working with multiple software platforms and learning new systems quickly

● Practical experience using AI tools, particularly Claude

Software Experience:

Experience with the following is preferred:

● HubSpot

● Claude / AI tools

● Google Workspace

● Google Sheets

● Slack

● Ramp

Compensation:

Hours: Part-Time | 20 Hours per Week | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM ET

Why Join Assist World?

100% REMOTE

$50 birthday bonus

$200 testimonial bonus

NO TRACKER. NO PROBLEM

Source: Assist World careers (Lever)

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