Personal Assistant
First seen by Alion on Nov 12, 2026.
Personal Assistant - Durban North (3-6 months temp)
Are you an exceptionally organised, proactive and detail-oriented Personal Assistant who thrives in a fast-paced retail environment?
Our client, a well-established company in the clothing retail sector, is seeking a highly professional Personal Assistant to the Managing Director to provide high-level executive and administrative support.
The successful candidate will be a confident communicator, highly organised and capable of managing competing priorities while ensuring the smooth running of the Managing Director's daily activities.
Duties & Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive executive and administrative support to the Managing Director.
Manage the MD's diary, appointments, meetings and travel arrangements.
Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas, take minutes and follow up on action items.
Handle confidential correspondence, documentation and communications.
Act as a liaison between the MD, senior management, internal departments and external stakeholders.
Assist with operational coordination and follow up on key business projects.
Manage incoming calls, emails and correspondence professionally.
Coordinate business travel, accommodation and itineraries.
Ensure deadlines, priorities and important commitments are effectively managed.
Provide general office and administrative support where required.
Desired Experience & Qualification
Matric; a relevant administrative or secretarial qualification would be advantageous.
Minimum 3-4 years' experience as a Personal Assistant.
Experience within the clothing, fashion or retail industry will be highly advantageous.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong proficiency in MS Office, particularly Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
Exceptional organisational, planning and time-management abilities.
Ability to multitask, work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
High levels of professionalism, discretion and confidentiality.
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
The Ideal Candidate
You are a self-motivated, solutions-driven individual with excellent interpersonal skills and the confidence to engage with senior stakeholders. You anticipate needs, take initiative and operate with a high degree of independence.
If you are an experienced Personal Assistant looking for an opportunity to support senior leadership within a dynamic retail business, we would love to hear from you.
Please forward your CV to [email protected]