Remote Typist for CV and Document Formatting
Lusapho Professional Services · Johannesburg, Gauteng · Remote
Overview
Lusapho Professional Services is hiring a detail-oriented Typist to work remotely from anywhere in South Africa. You will type and format CVs, enter data, and keep recruitment documents accurate and professional. If you have fast, accurate typing skills and at least 5 years of admin experience, this urgent role could be a great fit.
About the role
Lusapho Professional Services needs a reliable Typist to join their team on a remote basis. This role is critical to their recruitment operations, with an immediate focus on typing CVs and other recruitment documents. You will work independently, manage your time well, and meet urgent deadlines while handling sensitive candidate information with confidentiality.
Day to day you will:
- Type and format CVs and recruitment documents according to templates and client requirements.
- Enter and update candidate details accurately in the recruitment database.
- Format, edit, and proofread documents for professional accuracy and consistency.
- Organise and maintain digital files and records.
- Handle all candidate and client information with strict confidentiality.
Please note: You will need your own reliable computer and a high-speed internet connection to work from home. The position is available on a permanent or temporary basis, and urgent availability is important.
Requirements
- Tertiary qualification.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar typing, data entry, or administrative role.
- Excellent typing speed with high accuracy.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word and Excel.
- Meticulous attention to detail for error-free documents.
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively to meet urgent deadlines.
- Access to a reliable computer and high-speed internet connection.
- Experience typing and formatting CVs is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Type and format Curriculum Vitae (CVs) and other recruitment-related documents according to company templates and client requirements.
- Input and update candidate information accurately into the recruitment database and systems.
- Ensure all documents are professionally formatted, edited, and proofread for accuracy and consistency.
- Organise and maintain digital files and records.
- Handle all candidate and client information with the highest level of confidentiality and professionalism.
Job details
- Organisation
- Lusapho Professional Services
- Location
- Johannesburg, Gauteng (Remote)
- Job type
- Temporary
- Work arrangement
- Remote
- Experience level
- Mid (5+ years)
- Education
- Diploma
- Category
- Administration & Office
- Application Method
- Apply manually
Success Guide
This is a remote typing role focused on CVs and recruitment documents, so your application should show off your typing speed and accuracy. Include your typing speed in words per minute on your CV if you know it, and mention your Microsoft Word and Excel skills clearly. Since they ask for 5 years of experience, list your relevant admin or typing roles with dates. A short cover note explaining that you have your own computer, reliable internet, and can start urgently will help you stand out. Make sure your CV is neatly formatted and error free, because this employer will notice the details. Good luck!
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