Strategic Assistant to CEO

at  Chapter 2

Chapter 2 uses a combination of people, processes and technology to scale our client’s businesses. We have redefined the traditional RPO model to achieve fast, economical and exceptional results.
Our holistic approach combines dedicated embedded talent, best-in-breed technology and employer branding into organisations across all sectors.
We are a global business with team members located in the UK, South Africa, Singapore, the US, Germany and the next stage of our global expansion is into India. Having grown 1300% in the first two years of business, the team is growing rapidly! With an amazing company culture, our employees are empowered to help us achieve our mission.
The Chapter 2 team is passionate about the evolution of recruitment and talent acquisition. We are loyal to our clients, company vision and each other - working together and supporting one another. We are united and relentless in our drive to deliver results for both our clients and ourselves. We are comfortable with uncomfortable conversations. Honesty and communication are the backbone of everything we do.

Location: Johannesburg, South Africa.

• About the Role: We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Executive Assistant to support our CEO in managing a wide range of responsibilities. This pivotal role demands a proactive individual with exceptional attention to detail who can handle a range of tasks with precision and efficiency. You will be instrumental in ensuring the CEO’S day-to-day operations run smoothly and effectively, allowing them to focus on strategic priorities. The successful candidate will be a strategic thinker with commercial acumen and a proactive, business-minded approach, capable of handling complex schedules and supporting strategic initiatives.

• Executive Support: Act as a right-hand support to the CEO, assisting with day-to-day operations and high-level strategic initiatives

• Project Management: Oversee and coordinate strategic projects, ensuring milestones and deadlines are met.

• Track project progress, prepare status updates, and facilitate communication between stakeholders.
• Strategic Planning: Assist in the development and execution of business strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Collaborate on strategic planning sessions, helping to set priorities and identify key growth opportunities.
• Communication and Reporting: Draft and edit internal and external communications, presentations, and reports for senior leadership.
• Summarize meeting discussions and action items, following up with relevant parties as needed.
• Process Optimization: Identify areas for operational improvement and assist in streamlining workflows and processes.
• Implement tools and strategies that improve efficiency and support long-term goals.
• Decision Support: Provide insights, recommendations, and strategic support for high-impact decisions.
• Gather necessary information, assess options, and present actionable recommendations.
• Meeting Support: Attend key meetings, including Senior Leadership Team (SLT) sessions, to take accurate, detailed minutes and ensure action points are documented.
• Stakeholder Management: Serve as a key point of contact between the VP and both internal and external stakeholders. Build positive relationships, respond to inquiries efficiently, and manage communication to keep everyone aligned.