Personal Assistant (PG06): SanlamConnect – Gauteng South Region
- Company: Sanlam Group
- Division: SanlamConnect – Gauteng South Region
- Location: Bloemfontein, Free State
- Employment Type: Not specified
- Date Posted: 20 August 2026
- Closing Date: 27 August 2026
Job Overview
Sanlam is seeking a professional and organised Personal Assistant to provide administrative and secretarial support to the Business Manager at SanlamConnect.
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the Business Manager’s diary and office activities, coordinating meetings and travel, preparing documents and reports, and handling various administrative requests.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the office and Business Manager’s diary.
- Manage incoming and outgoing mail and information.
- Make and coordinate travel arrangements.
- Organise and prepare meetings, functions, presentations, conferences, workshops and video conferences.
- Prepare and distribute documents for meetings and events.
- Take and distribute meeting minutes.
- Consolidate and provide relevant reports.
- Provide secretarial support to the Business Manager.
- Handle ad hoc administrative requests.
- Ensure administrative activities are completed efficiently and on time.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
- Grade 12.
- A Secretarial Qualification or Diploma.
- At least 2 years’ experience in a secretarial or Personal Assistant role.
- Previous experience in a sales environment will be advantageous.
Knowledge & Technical Skills
Candidates should have experience with:
- Service Request System (SRS).
- Amex Travel system.
- Computer literacy, particularly advanced Microsoft Office skills.
- Diary and office management.
- Meeting and event coordination.
- Document preparation and reporting.
Personal Qualities
The successful candidate should demonstrate:
- Innovation and creativity.
- Strong client-centricity.
- Results-driven approach.
- Collaboration and teamwork.
- Flexibility and adaptability.
- Effective communication.
- Strong planning and organisational skills.
- Sound decision-making.
- Ability to optimise work processes.
Career Development
Sanlam promotes career development and provides opportunities for employees to grow their skills and capabilities across its various business clusters. The organisation emphasises strong relationships, employee development and recognising individual potential.
Transformation & Diversity
Sanlam Group is committed to transformation, diversity, inclusion and equity, with the aim of creating a sustainable and inclusive working environment in South Africa.
Application Information
The shortlisting process will only begin once the application closing date has been reached. The duration of the recruitment process will depend on the progress of individual candidates and management availability.
Closing Date: 27 August 2026