Assistant to Head of Customer Service, Durban

Role Summary The Assistant to the Head of Customer Service is responsible for providing comprehensive support to the Head of Customer Service and Customer Service Team and managing the departments operations, including handling of the daily required duties and supporting with planning and distributing information and to optimize workflow procedures in the office. Point of reference for all queries, requests or issues related to the Customer Service department.Accountabilities / Key Performance Areas

Assist Head of Customer Service and customer service department in managing daily operations to ensure positive, safe and profitable working environment. Maintain general company record system to uphold accurate files. Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external colleagues on all matters pertaining to the Head of Customer Service.Provide gatekeeper and gateway role, providing a bridge for smooth communication between the Head of Customer Service and staff. Complete a broad variety of administrative tasks that facilitate the Head of Customer Service ability to effectively lead the customer service department, including: assisting with special projects; designing and producing complex documents, reports, and presentations; collecting and preparing information for meetings with staff and outside parties; composing and preparing correspondence; maintaining contact lists; making travel arrangements; and completing expense claims.Operational responsibility for Administrative Team. Responsibilities

(but not limited to) Internal communication Compose letters, memos and emails Collecting information with regards to financial reporting Anticipate Head of Customer Service needs in advance of meetings, conferences, etc. Coordinate all meetings and assist with staff meetings and events as neededManage all aspects of departments office services. Evaluate and assist in developing office policies and procedures for improved workflow and anticipate future needs as organization grows. Assist in the selection of vendors and purchase equipment, services, and supplies necessary for operation of Customer Service departmentCompose presentations Commercial project management Verify expense claims Customer accounts management Credit application and Supplier management Management of housekeeping Employee management records Respond to queries in person, via telephone or email Perform administrative tasks, including filingDealing with post, courier Maintaining filing systems Provide event management support as requested Other projects/duties as assigned for the overall benefit of the company Education

Masters/Honours/Post Grad Qualification Degree / NQF7 Diploma / NQF6 Higher Certificate / NQF5 Matric / NQF4 Specify:

Post-matric Diploma or Higher Certificate in a related secretarial/administration discipline. Minimum 5 years experience in a similar position, within a pressured, customer-centric environment. Well-developed numeracy and literacy. Specify:

Minimum 4– 5 years related experience. Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have extensive knowledge of all Microsoft Office products such as Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Baan. Job-related Skills

Ability to anticipate needs Critical thinking Solution orientated High level of professionalism Accuracy Analysing data Attention to detail Calculating data Superlative administration skills Organized Gathering of Information Able to handle pressure and meet deadlines and targets Communication SkillsMaintaining accurate records Maintaining schedules Organizing files Screening telephone calls Effective Problem solving Organizational Support– Follow policies and procedures Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions Safety and Security - Observes safety and security proceduresExcellent written and verbal communication skills in English Personal Characteristics

Able to work alone Analytical Exceptional organizational skills and impeccable attention to detail Dependable Ability to complete a high volume of tasks and projects with little or no guidance Dedicated and helpful Effective and friendly Self-motivated– minimal supervision required Self-confident and assertiveHighly motivated with a positive attitude Confidential and professional High tolerance for stress and work pressure Able to make sound decisions Responsible and well organized

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