Location: Windhoek
Salary: Competitive
Duration: Fixed term contract
THE OPPORTUNITY
Working closely with the Managing Partner and a talented team of lawyers, external stakeholders and our wider SNC business, you will be instrumental in providing proactive and professional support to the Managing Partner. You will be responsible for the effective and efficient day to day management and organization of the Managing Partner’s personal and business activities. This includes acting as the main point of contact for the Managing Partner’s Office, complex diary management and organizing and supporting high-level meetings/ appointments, enabling us to meet our ambitions of connecting companies and individuals who want to do business in Namibia and Africa.
ABOUT THE ROLE
As Executive Assistant you will be expected to deliver high level of day-to-day professional, secretarial, and administrative support. You will manage the diary of the managing Partner and make executive decisions to avoid clashes and ensure the best use of his time by using judgement, discretion, and knowledge of the Managing Partner’s business needs. You will be expected to provide a high level of professionalism in all areas of the Managing Partner’s communication. You will need to communicate accurately and effectively on behalf of the Managing Partner.
SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES REQUIRED FOR SUCCESS
- Excellent planning and organization skills;
- Excellent Writing and verbal Communication Skills;
- Excellent IT skills including up to date working knowledge of Microsoft applications, particularly Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Terms and Outlook;
- Independent and Self- starter;
- High level of maturity;
- Ability to exercise excellent judgement;
- A good team player, cable of working as part of a diverse team;
- Possesses an awareness of the importance of confidential information and how to deal with it;
- Methodical approach to work, with a strong focus on accuracy and quality;
- Have a “can-do” approach and works to exceed expectations.
TO QUALIFY FOR THE ROLE, YOU MUST HAVE
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Communications/Public Relations, Law or Office Management.
- 3 Years executive support or secretarial experience gained working either within a professional services environment, law firm or other similar environments.
- Proven diary management experience.
- A track record of working with ambiguity, juggling conflicting demands and prioritising effectively.
- Ability to apply judgement and influence with challenging individuals, dealing with complex situations, paired with a high level of sensitivity and discretion.
Application to be submitted to: recruitment@snclawgroup.com
Hand deliver: 8612 Hosea Kutako Drive, Southport Building, 1st Floor, Unit 6A & B, Southern Industrial, Windhoek
Closing Date: 30 March 2024
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
