Personal Assistant to Director
ARRCC
Date: 2 weeks ago
City: Cape Town, Western Cape
Contract type: Full time
Join ARRCC – a global leader in luxury interior architecture and design – as the dedicated Personal Assistant to the Director
This dynamic and highly trusted role is perfect for a proactive, detail-driven professional who thrives in a fast-paced, creative environment and understands the importance of discretion and organisation at the highest level.
About The Role
As Personal Assistant to one of ARRCC’s Directors, you will play a critical role in enhancing executive effectiveness through high-level administrative and personal support. From managing complex diaries and travel logistics to maintaining key internal systems and ensuring seamless coordination across teams and projects, you’ll be a vital link between the Director, staff, clients, and consultants.
This is more than a support role – it’s a strategic partnership that demands initiative, insight, and the ability to juggle multiple priorities with confidentiality and grace.
What You'll Be Doing
At ARRCC, we don’t just design beautiful interiors – we shape immersive lifestyles. You’ll be joining a collaborative team that values excellence, initiative, and the unique energy each individual brings. Be part of a creative, driven environment where your impact will be felt every day.
This dynamic and highly trusted role is perfect for a proactive, detail-driven professional who thrives in a fast-paced, creative environment and understands the importance of discretion and organisation at the highest level.
About The Role
As Personal Assistant to one of ARRCC’s Directors, you will play a critical role in enhancing executive effectiveness through high-level administrative and personal support. From managing complex diaries and travel logistics to maintaining key internal systems and ensuring seamless coordination across teams and projects, you’ll be a vital link between the Director, staff, clients, and consultants.
This is more than a support role – it’s a strategic partnership that demands initiative, insight, and the ability to juggle multiple priorities with confidentiality and grace.
What You'll Be Doing
- Proactive diary and inbox management, including scheduling, meeting prep, and confidential correspondence
- Coordination of internal and external meetings, events, and recurring activities
- Managing Director's action list and time sheets
- Handling sensitive personal matters with the utmost discretion
- Management of book orders, subscriptions, and industry memberships (e.g., SACAP, SAIA, IID)
- Drafting and formatting documents, reports, and fee proposals
- Maintaining project initiation trackers and statistical reports (via Deltek Vision)
- Managing Director’s CPD points and professional registrations
- Organising complex travel itineraries, accommodation, and cost allocations
- Filing and managing digital mailboxes and internal systems
- Liaising with HR, Finance, and external consultants where necessary
- Minimum 5+ years' experience in a senior-level PA or EA role
- Impeccable organisational and time management skills
- Outstanding verbal and written communication (English)
- Proven ability to manage sensitive information with discretion
- High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- Experience with Deltek Vantage (advantageous)
- A natural relationship builder, capable of interacting professionally with high-profile individuals
- Calm under pressure, adaptable, and solution-focused
- A genuine interest in the creative or architectural industry is a plus
At ARRCC, we don’t just design beautiful interiors – we shape immersive lifestyles. You’ll be joining a collaborative team that values excellence, initiative, and the unique energy each individual brings. Be part of a creative, driven environment where your impact will be felt every day.
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