Executive Assistant (Company Secretarial, Property and UK exp)
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Posted 4 August 2026
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Executive Assistant (Company Secretarial, Property and UK exp) - *Remote *Remote
Executive Assistant (Company Secretarial, Property & UK exp)
Location:Fully remote (South Africa based, working UK hours)
About the Role
Our client, a UK-based property management company, is looking for an experienced Personal/Executive Assistant to support their leadership team remotely. This is a broad, hands-on role combining traditional EA/PA duties with Company Secretarial responsibilities and property management administration. Job Specification
This role suits a highly organised, self-sufficient professional who thrives working independently, is comfortable managing multiple priorities without close supervision, and has a genuine interest in UK property and corporate governance.
Key Responsibilities Offer
Executive/Personal Assistant Duties - Diary and inbox management for senior executives - Coordinating meetings, calls, and travel arrangements across UK time zones - Preparing correspondence, reports, presentations, and board packs - Managing ad hoc personal and business administrative tasks - Acting as a gatekeeper and first point of contact where required - Liaising confidently and professionally with UK-based stakeholders, clients, and suppliers
Company Secretarial Duties - Maintaining statutory registers and company records - Preparing and filing documents with Companies House (or supporting UK-based colleagues in doing so) - Organising board and shareholder meetings, including agendas and minutes - Ensuring compliance with UK company law and governance requirements - Managing company filings, deadlines, and statutory obligations
Property Administration - Supporting the day-to-day administration of managed properties - Liaising with tenants, landlords, contractors, and agents as needed - Assisting with lease documentation, renewals, and compliance paperwork - Coordinating maintenance requests and supplier communications - Maintaining accurate property records and files
Requirements
- Proven experience as a PA/EA, ideally with exposure to Company Secretarial functions - Experience working in or with the property sector (property management, lettings, real estate, or similar) is essential - Prior experience working for a UK-based company — either based in the UK or remotely for a UK employer - Working knowledge of UK company secretarial requirements and Companies House processes - Excellent written and verbal English communication skills - Highly self-motivated, able to work independently with minimal supervision - Strong organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail - Comfortable managing confidential and sensitive information - Proficient in Microsoft Office / Google Workspace and standard remote collaboration tools
Essential Setup Requirements
- Own reliable laptop/PC suitable for remote professional work - Stable, high-speed internet connection with backup/failover in place - Quiet, dedicated home office space suitable for calls and video meetings - Reliable power backup solution (inverter/UPS or generator) given local load-shedding conditions - Willingness and ability to work UK hours consistently
What's on Offer
- Fully remote position - Exposure to UK corporate governance and property management practices - A varied, autonomous role for someone who enjoys ownership over their work
Monthly Salary: R25000 - R35000