Michelle Rennie

Personal Assistant | Office Manager | Virtual Assistant

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

About

A seasoned professional with over 31 years of combined experience as a Personal Assistant and Paralegal, I bring a unique blend of administrative and legal expertise, making me an invaluable asset to any organization. My proactive approach and dedication to comprehensive support help streamline both personal and professional affairs, enhancing productivity and peace of mind for those I assist. I am confident in my qualifications, always eager to help, and stand out as a reliable ally for any organization seeking a passionate, skilled professional ready to contribute effectively.

Experience

  • Admin Manager at SURVIVAL CPR AND FIRST AID SERVICES
    Feb 2025 - Present · 1 yr 5 mos

  • Event Coordinator at Parties By Design
    Oct 2024 - Present · 1 yr 9 mos

  • Freelance Photographer/Owner at Candy Snap
    Oct 2016 - Present · 9 yrs 9 mos

    Being a photographer requires a combination of artistic talent, technical skills, business acumen, and interpersonal abilities to succeed in a competitive industry and create impactful visual storytelling.

  • Club Secretary | Administrator at Ballito United Football Club
    Jan 2020 - Feb 2025 · 5 yrs 2 mos

    • Administration • Player registrations • Fixture arrangements • Compliance • General communication • Club communication • Assisting the Chairman • Financial management • Supporting committees • Event management • Team management

  • Personal Assistant / Office Manager at Hammerhead Design
    Feb 2018 - May 2024 · 6 yrs 4 mos

    • Diary management • Liaising with clients / tenants / contractors • Travel arrangements • Canvassing telephone calls • Overseeing Receptionist and General worker • Attending to all HR duties • Manage staff claims • Petty cash • Procurement of office supplies, stationery, and groceries • Coordinating equipment maintenance and repairs • Keeping payment schedule of contractors • Arranging and collecting tenders • Weekly tenant meetings • Release meetings of new tenants • Arranging workshops and conferences – SACAP • Submitting SACAP and SAIA annual membership fees • Overseeing staff and maintaining both Zimbali homes • Assisting Zimbali staff with personal matters • Organising office parties and year end functions Tenant Administrator • Attending to all travel arrangements • Opening new tenant files Assisting Architects • Preparing minutes of meeting • Printing packs for meeting • Updating drawing register • Updating attendance register • Sending out meeting requests and following up • Proof-reading letters, emails and editing them • Proof-reading agreements and highlighting sections relevant to architect