CLOSING DATE: NOT SPECIFIED
Purpose of the Job:
Providing and prioritising operational and administrative support to allocated business leadership enabling them to focus on core business objectives.
Key job duties or responsibilities:
Understand strategy at Firm, Function and Service line level
Understand how role aligns with strategy and how execution of role enables strategyUnderstand the broader firm structure and service offeringManage Business Unit leadership diaries and correspondenceManage Leadership travel arrangements in accordance with KPMG PolicyScheduling of meetings/ Booking / co-ordinating of functions / events / conferences
Completing and submitting partner timesheets / expenses (Oracle)Providing general support to Business LeadershipUnderstand and contribute towards the financial management goals of the businessComply with KPMG Risk Management and other Policies and ProceduresDrive a relentless focus on quality and excellent serviceUnderstand internal and external stakeholders
Deliver role requirements with a client centric approach
Apply 7 star service with internal and external stakeholdersDemonstrate high quality and timeous verbal and written communication in line with 7 star serviceBuilding internal and external trustKeep abreast with recent developments and best practice in respective field
Critical Technical Skills or competencies
Able to use own initiative
Good time management abilityAbility to function well in high pressure environment and high sense of urgencyExceptional telephone mannerAbility to multitask, proactive and efficientAbility to work in a teamAbility to meet deadlinesStrong communication and interpersonal skillsHigh level of confidentialityAttention to detailComputer literacyCommunication and negotiation skillsAnalytical/statistical skillsBudget skillsLearning agilityAction orientationProblem solving and decision-makingProject managementTeam leadershipClient relationships
Qualifications and experience
Matric (grade 12)
Secretarial diploma or similar qualification would be advantageous
Proven track record in a similar position in a large corporate
Proficient in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook) and Oracle
