Executive PA Vacancy at Old Mutual 2026 | Full-Time Administration

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Executive PA Vacancy at Old Mutual 2026 | Full-Time Administration Job in Pinelands

Are you an organised, professional, and proactive administrator looking to advance your career? Old Mutual is recruiting an Executive Personal Assistant (Executive PA) for its office in Pinelands, Western Cape. This permanent full-time opportunity is ideal for candidates who enjoy supporting senior executives, managing office operations, coordinating meetings, and ensuring administrative excellence.

If you have strong organisational skills, excellent communication abilities, and experience using Microsoft Office applications, this could be the perfect opportunity to join one of Africa’s most respected financial services companies.

Job Overview

  • Company: Old Mutual
  • Position: Executive PA (Executive Personal Assistant)
  • Location: Pinelands, Western Cape, South Africa
  • Job Type: Full-Time
  • Reference Number: JR-80828
  • Industry: Financial Services
  • Application Closing Date: 5 July 2026 (23:59)

About Old Mutual

Old Mutual is a leading African financial services group providing life insurance, savings, investments, banking, lending, and wealth management solutions across 14 African countries. The company is committed to developing talented employees while creating positive financial futures for its customers and communities.

Purpose of the Role

The Executive PA provides comprehensive administrative and executive support to senior leadership. The successful candidate will manage diaries, coordinate meetings, prepare reports and presentations, arrange travel, maintain records, support budgeting processes, and ensure the smooth running of executive office activities.

This role requires excellent planning, discretion, confidentiality, and the ability to prioritise multiple tasks efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

  • Provide high-quality administrative support to senior executives.
  • Manage calendars, appointments, and daily schedules.
  • Organise internal and external meetings.
  • Coordinate conferences, workshops, and business events.
  • Arrange domestic and international travel bookings.
  • Prepare meeting agendas and record accurate minutes.
  • Draft professional emails, letters, reports, and presentations.
  • Produce and update Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and database documents.
  • Collect, compile, analyse, and present business information.
  • Generate regular management and operational reports.
  • Support budgeting and expense monitoring activities.
  • Assist with procurement and purchasing administration.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
  • Maintain confidential records and sensitive information.
  • Coordinate office workflow to ensure deadlines are met.
  • Build positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Participate in ongoing training and professional development initiatives.

Required Skills

Ideal candidates should possess:

  • Executive administration
  • Personal assistant experience
  • Diary and calendar management
  • Meeting coordination
  • Minute taking
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
  • Data collection and reporting
  • Budget administration
  • Procurement support
  • Excellent written and verbal communication
  • Strong organisational abilities
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Professionalism and confidentiality
  • Financial awareness
  • Computer literacy

Competencies

Old Mutual is looking for candidates who demonstrate:

  • Directs Work
  • Drives Results
  • Ensures Accountability
  • Plans and Aligns
  • Manages Complexity
  • Optimises Work Processes
  • Tech Savvy

Minimum Educational Requirements

Applicants should have:

  • NQF Level 2 or
  • NQF Level 3 qualification (Below school leaving)

Relevant administrative experience will be advantageous.

Why Work at Old Mutual?

Working at Old Mutual offers:

  • Opportunity to work for one of Africa’s leading financial institutions.
  • Career growth and internal development opportunities.
  • Continuous learning and skills development.
  • Professional and inclusive working environment.
  • Exposure to executive leadership.
  • Valuable corporate administration experience.
  • Competitive employee benefits in line with company policy.

Employment Equity

Appointments will be made in accordance with Old Mutual South Africa’s Employment Equity Plan and the specific business unit’s transformation objectives.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online through the official Old Mutual Careers website before the closing date.

Closing Date: 5 July 2026 at 23:59

Apply as early as possible, as late applications may not be considered.

Apply Here