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Senior Administrator

Role overview

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Minimum 5–7 years of senior-level administrative experience, preferably in professional services, consulting, or executive search
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and database management systems
  • Exceptional organizational skills with proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

Responsibilities

  • Provide executive-level administrative support to senior partners and consultants
  • Manage confidential client information and executive candidate data with the highest level of discretion and professionalism
  • Coordinate client meetings, interviews, and assessment sessions, ensuring seamless logistics and professional presentation
  • Prepare and format comprehensive reports, presentations, and client deliverables to executive search standards

Key facts

  • Remote from: Anywhere
  • Full time
  • Senior (5-10 years)
  • English

Hard skills

Other skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • Client Confidentiality
  • Problem Solving
  • Organizational Skills
  • Time Management
  • Research
  • Communication
  • Social Skills
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Physical Flexibility

About the company

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Haldren

Executive Search

Haldren is a premier recruitment agency helping businesses hire top talent—from office support to C-suite—for lasting team and business success. We are committed to looking beyond the resume when making placements, to ensure that each candidate can seamlessly integrate into an organization and thrive in their role. Our consultants have the data, knowledge, and expertise to help businesses build workforces and leadership teams globally. Haldren strives to connect businesses with candidates who can lead them towards long-term success. We believe our partnership with clients does not end after placement. Our team provides extensive support to businesses we work with, helping ensure new hires are integrating well into their teams.

Company details

IndustryExecutive Search
Company size51 - 200

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Job description

This is a remote position.

Description

Haldren is seeking a highly organized and experienced Senior Administrator to provide comprehensive administrative support to our executive team and contribute to the smooth operation of our executive search practice. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment while supporting high-level client engagements and executive placement processes.


Responsibilities

  • Provide executive-level administrative support to senior partners and consultants

  • Manage confidential client information and executive candidate data with the highest level of discretion and professionalism

  • Coordinate client meetings, interviews, and assessment sessions, ensuring seamless logistics and professional presentation

  • Prepare and format comprehensive reports, presentations, and client deliverables to executive search standards

  • Maintain and update candidate databases and client relationship management systems with accuracy and attention to detail

  • Handle sensitive correspondence and communications on behalf of senior staff members

  • Manage office operations including vendor relationships, facilities coordination, and administrative systems

  • Support new client onboarding processes and maintain organized filing systems for active searches

  • Assist with research and market intelligence gathering to support executive search projects



Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience

  • Minimum 5–7 years of senior-level administrative experience, preferably in professional services, consulting, or executive search

  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and database management systems

  • Experience with CRM systems and candidate tracking platforms strongly preferred

  • Exceptional organizational skills with proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

  • Outstanding written and verbal communication skills with professional presentation abilities

  • High level of emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills for client and candidate interactions

  • Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with complete discretion

  • Strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to anticipating needs

  • Flexibility to work outside standard business hours when required for client needs

  • Professional demeanor suitable for interaction with C-level executives and board members


  • Skills & Competencies

    • Communication Excellence: Superior written and verbal communication capabilities, particularly for managing inquiries

    • Organizational Mastery: Competence in task prioritization, effective time management, and maintaining precise attention to detail

    • Technology Proficiency: Enthusiasm for embracing new technologies and enhancing operational processes

    • Strategic Problem-Solving: Innovative thinking with the capability to recognize challenges proactively and develop effective solutions



    Benefits

    Compensation and Benefits:

    • Health insurance

    • All South African public holidays

    • Paid Annual Leave

    • Paid Sick Leave

    • Significant opportunities for professional growth, skill development, and career advancement

    • Supportive, inclusive, and diverse work environment that values collaboration and innovation

    • The chance to make a meaningful impact by connecting top talent with life-changing opportunities


    Haldren is a recruitment agency that provides services to clients ranging from startups and non profits to multinational corporations. Haldren emphasizes ethical search processes, attentive candidate care, and leadership placements that support long-term client outcomes.

    To learn more about the firm and about our candidate services - please visit
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