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...

HOLLY HUNT

Executive Assistant 2

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

Project Administrator

  • Monrovia, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Monrovia, CA
  • 6 days 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...

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)....

Hilscher Clarke Electric

Executive Assistant

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

Executive Assistant

  • WA
  • 1 hour ago
  • WA
  • 1 hour ago

un Executive Assistant compensation: $20 - $25 per hour depending on experience employment type: experience level: entry level job title: Executive Assistant Are you local in Skagit County?...

Executive Assistant for Womens Financial Planning Practice

  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 1 hour ago

un Executive Assistant for Women's Financial Planning Practice (Walnut Creek) Girls Just Gotta Have Funds 1676 N....

Executive Assistant

  • New York, NY
  • 1 hour ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 hour ago

About the Position This Executive Assistant role will primarily support our Chief Medical Officer (CMO) and Chief Scientific Officer (CSO)....

Substitute Executive Assistant

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 hour ago

Substitute Executive Assistant Job Summary Under the direction of the assigned administrator, perform complex and highly specialized secretarial and administrative support duties; relieve the supervisor...

Executive Assistant II

  • San Bernardino, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • San Bernardino, CA
  • 1 hour ago

Executive Assistant II Requirements / Qualifications Education: Graduation from high school Experience: Five (5) increasingly responsible secretarial experience including two years in an administrative...

Senior Executive Administrative Assistant - East Coast (Remote)

  • Rockford, TN
  • 2 hours ago
  • Rockford, TN
  • 2 hours ago

Morrison Healthcare Salary: $58,000.00 - 68,000.00 Pay Grade: [[payGrade_obj]] Morrison Healthcare is a leading national food and nutrition services company exclusively dedicated to serving more...

Remote Work

Executive Assistant

  • Palm Beach Gardens, FL
  • 2 hours ago
  • Palm Beach Gardens, FL
  • 2 hours ago

We are currently seeking to hire a part-time Executive Assistant to work on site in our Palm Beach Gardens office....

Legal Executive Assistant - Corporate

  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 2 hours ago

Summary As the Legal Executive Assistant - Corporate (LEA), you will support multiple corporate lawyers in the by managing the daily functions of an attorney's practice, allowing them to concentrate...

Executive Assistant for BHS Physicians Network

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 2 hours ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 2 hours ago

Support for facility CEO, or Sr. Executive/SVP at the corporate offices. ... Qualifications: Full Time

Executive Assistant (Part-time)

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 2 hours ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 2 hours ago

POSITION SUMMARY We are seeking an Executive Assistant to be the supportive force that enhances our senior leadership....

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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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