Executive Assistant Jobs

An Executive Assistant in the admin industry provides comprehensive administrative support to senior executives and management. This role is responsible for managing schedules, preparing reports, handling correspondence, arranging travel, organizing meetings and events, and maintaining files and databases. They often act as the executive's first point of contact with internal and external stakeholders, which requires them to exercise a high level of professionalism, confidentiality, and discretion. The role may also include managing projects, conducting research, and providing executive-level support in decision-making processes.

Key skills for an Executive Assistant include excellent organization and time management skills, high level of multitasking and prioritizing, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and proficiency with technology, including office software applications. Certifications such as Certified Administrative Professional (CAP) or Professional Administrative Certificate of Excellence (PACE) can be beneficial. Prior to becoming an Executive Assistant, one may have roles such as Administrative Assistant, Office Manager, or Personal Assistant, which provide relevant experience in administrative tasks, project management, and executive support.

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For a Commercial Real Estate Professional & General Contractor Position Summary The Executive Assistant will provide high-level administrative and operational support to a business leader active in...

Project Administrator

  • Monrovia, CA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Monrovia, CA
  • 17 hours ago

The Project Administrator assists the Project Manager with the administration of construction projects. Administration of projects includes providing reports and information to the Project Manager...

HOLLY HUNT

Executive Assistant 2

GENERAL PURPOSE The Executive Assistant will provide first class support to the leadership of Holly Hunt....

Shelly Leeke Law Firm

Executive Personal Assistant

Responsibilities An executive personal assistant, or executive assistant (EA) manages the day-to-day operations for an executive or senior manager....

MillerKnoll

Executive Assistant 3

GENERAL PURPOSE The Executive Assistant 3 will independently perform advanced, diversified, and confidential administrative support and project management activities for the Leadership Team (LT)....

Join Hilscher-Clarke as a full-time Executive Assistant/Admin in Canton, Ohio, where we're more than a team – we're more like a family....

Executive Assistant

  • Albany, NY
  • 2 hours ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 2 hours ago

Executive Assistant** **Anywhere** **Type:** Contract-to-Hire **Category:** Administrative **Industry:** Financial Services **Workplace Type:** Remote **Reference ID:** JN -...83 **Date Posted:** 06...

Personal Assistant to CEO

  • New York, NY
  • 2 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 2 hours ago

High-profile investment management firm with offices in Manhattan and Palm Beach Gardens is seeking to hire a Temporary-to-Permanent Personal Assistant to the CEO. This is a true 24/7 position...

Corporate Legal Executive Assistant - AmLaw Firm - Hybrid

  • New York, NY
  • 3 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 3 hours ago

The Midtown New York City Office of AmLaw Firm with international footprint is looking for a Corporate Legal Executive Assistant to assist attorneys with the daily functions of the practice....

Confidential Executive Assistant - Office of Academic Affairs

  • Queens Village, NY
  • 3 hours ago
  • Queens Village, NY
  • 3 hours ago

of Confidential Executive Assistant forthe Office of Academic Affairs....

Investor Communications & Executive Assistant

  • Dallas, TX
  • 3 hours ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 3 hours ago

Investor Communications & Executive Assistant Human Resources Dallas, Texas Dallas:Fin/Acct/HR:Direct Hire Jun 9, 2025 Investor Communications & Executive Assistant 10219 We are assisting our client...

Executive Assistant to the Vice Provost for Facult

  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 hours ago

at University of Illinois at Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description Executive Assistant to the Vice Provost for Faculty Affairs Executive Assistant to the Vice Provost for Faculty...

Executive Assistant, US Real Estate

  • New York, NY
  • 3 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 3 hours ago

Executive Assistant, US Real Estate Basic information Job Name: Executive Assistant, US Real Estate Location: New York/OVA Line of Business: Global Private Equity Job Function: Investor Services Date...

Executive Assistant

  • West Sacramento, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • West Sacramento, CA
  • 3 hours ago

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT IN WEST SACRAMENTO, CA, USA!...

USA - Senior Executive Assistant

  • Deerfield, IL
  • 3 hours ago
  • Deerfield, IL
  • 3 hours ago

What you'll bring HS Diploma required; Associates' degree or professional certification preferred 4+ years of experience at Executive Assistant or Sr....

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Salary for Executive Assistant Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireAdmin research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Executive Assistants offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
41.3%
High School or GED
16.1%
Associate's Degree
15.7%
Master's Degree
11.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.2%
Some College
3.0%
Doctorate Degree
1.3%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Executive Assistants
2-4 years
29.2%
1-2 years
28.9%
4-6 years
17.7%
6-8 years
9.7%
None
6.6%
Less than 1 year
4.6%
10+ years
3.2%


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