Executive Business Operations Assistant
Somewhere
🇿🇦 Hirezar Summary for South African Applicants
This fully remote full time position at Somewhere is open to applicants from South Africa. The estimated monthly salary is R46,250 – R64,750 ZAR. This role is suited for mid-level professionals. As a remote position, you can work from anywhere in South Africa — whether you're based in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, or a smaller town.
Job Description
Executive Business Operations Assistant(AI-Enabled)
Remote | Full-Time | CST Overlap Preferred
About the Company
Satori Capital is a values-driven investment firm focused on building enduring businesses and developing exceptional leaders. With a collaborative, high-trust culture and a strong emphasis on innovation, Satori is actively evolving into anAI-first organization, integrating cutting-edge tools to enhance productivity, decision-making, and operational efficiency.
The Opportunity
Satori Capital is seeking ahigh-caliber Executive Assistant & Business Operations Specialistto support a senior partner and help streamline internal operations.
This isnot a traditional EA role.
You will begin by owning high-volume executive support for a demanding stakeholder, then evolve into aprocess-driven, AI-enabled operator—identifying inefficiencies, implementing automation, and improving workflows across the organization.
This role is ideal for someone with:
* Exceptional intellectual horsepower
* Strong business judgment
* A proactive, problem-solving mindset
* Deep curiosity and fluency with AI tools
Key Responsibilities
Executive Support (Primary Focus Initially)
* Manage complex calendars, scheduling, and communications for a senior executive
* Prioritize and triage high-volume requests with minimal direction
* Prepare materials, coordinate meetings, and ensure follow-through on action items
* Act as a strategic partner, not just a task executor
* Navigate ambiguity and clarify incomplete or fast-moving instructions
AI & Workflow Optimization
* Leverage AI tools (e.g., Claude and similar platforms) to:Automate repetitive tasksImprove communication workflowsIncrease speed and accuracy of deliverables
* Automate repetitive tasks
* Improve communication workflows
* Increase speed and accuracy of deliverables
* Identify opportunities to reduce manual work across the organization
* Build systems that enhance executive productivity without sacrificing quality
Business Operations (Expanded Scope Over Time)
* Identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies in internal processes
* Implement systems and workflows to improve operational performance
* Support cross-functional coordination and execution
* Contribute to scaling internal processes across portfolio companies
Ideal Candidate Profile
Core Traits
* High IQ / intellectual horsepower– able to quickly understand complex concepts
* Grit and persistence– thrives in ambiguity and figures things out independently
* Proactive mindset– anticipates needs rather than reacting to instructions
* Strong communication skills– especially with fast-moving or unclear stakeholders
* High ownership mentality– treats the business as their own
Experience
* 3–7+ years in:Executive Assistant, Chief of Staff, or Business Operations roles
* Executive Assistant, Chief of Staff, or Business Operations roles
* Experience supporting senior executives in high-performance environments
* Exposure to startups, private equity, consulting, or similar fast-paced settings preferred
Technical Skills
* Advanced proficiency in:Google Workspace (Gmail, Calendar, Docs)SlackMicrosoft Office (especially Excel)Smartsheet or similar tools
* Google Workspace (Gmail, Calendar, Docs)
* Slack
* Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
* Smartsheet or similar tools
* Strong familiarity withAI tools (especially Claude or similar LLMs)
* Comfort implementing tools, systems, and automations
Working Style & Environment
* High-trust, high-performance culture
* Fast-paced environment with evolving priorities
* Requires comfort working with executives who:Move quicklyMay not always provide perfectly structured direction
* Move quickly
* May not always provide perfectly structured direction
* Emphasis onautonomy, accountability, and continuous improvement
Compensation & Benefits
* Flexible and generous PTO policy, including:U.S. holidaysExtended time off during year-end
* U.S. holidays
* Extended time off during year-end
* Long-term growth opportunity into broader operations or leadership roles
Location & Schedule
* Remote
* CST time zone overlap strongly preferred
What Success Looks Like
* The executive’s workload is streamlined and highly organized
* Processes become faster, more efficient, and increasingly automated
* The role evolves from task execution → systems ownership → operational impact
* You become atrusted operatorwithin the organization
Why This Role is Unique
* Blend ofEA + Ops + AI transformation
* Opportunity to help shape anAI-first organization
* High visibility with leadership
* Clear path to expanded scope and impact
Tips for South African Applicants
Timezone Advantage
South Africa (SAST, UTC+2) overlaps well with European business hours and has a few hours of overlap with US East Coast. Mention your timezone flexibility in your application.
Salary in Context
At R46,250/month, this role is competitive with the average South African remote salary. The USD equivalent ($2,500/mo) benefits from the favourable exchange rate.
Application Tips
Tailor your CV to international standards — use a clean format, highlight remote work experience, and include your English proficiency. Many SA applicants succeed by emphasising their strong work ethic and cultural adaptability.
Load Shedding Preparedness
If you're applying for a remote role, having a backup power solution (UPS, inverter, or generator) and mobile data as a backup internet connection shows employers you're prepared for South Africa's infrastructure challenges.
About Somewhere
Somewhere is a company in the Recruitment & Staffing industry that hires remote workers from South Africa. They currently have 685 open positions on Hirezar. View all Somewhere jobs →