Executive Assistant Jobs in New Jersey

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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Executive Assistant

  • New Brunswick, NJ
  • 2 hours ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ
  • 2 hours ago

Overview The Executive Assistant to the Chief Information Officer (CIO) is a key administrative professional responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations of the CIO and the Office of Information...

Executive Assistant

  • Hackettstown, NJ
  • 6 hours ago
  • Hackettstown, NJ
  • 6 hours ago

Are you an experienced Executive Assistant seeking a high-impact role?...

Executive Assistant

  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 6 hours ago
  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 6 hours ago

Horton, Inc. is currently looking for an Executive Assistant for its Mid-Atlantic Region team. The right candidate will provide executive assistance to the Region Vice President....

Executive Assistant

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 21 hours ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 21 hours ago

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

Executive Assistant

  • Pennington, NJ
  • 21 hours ago
  • Pennington, NJ
  • 21 hours ago

Hybrid Executive Assistant Job details Posted 12 June 2025 Location Pennington, NJ 08534 Job type Contract Reference 968026 Job description Executive Asst....

Senior Executive Assistant to the President

  • NJ
  • 22 hours ago
  • NJ
  • 22 hours ago

Ensures collaboration and alignment with the Executive Assistants that support ET members....

At EY, youll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And were counting on your...

Executive Personal Assistant to General Manager

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Job ID: 200806 Required Travel :No Travel Location: This position will work in our Jersey City, NJ office. Will work 4 days in office and 1 day from your home office. Who are we? Amdocs helps...

Executive Assistant- Hospital President Support

  • Holmdel, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Holmdel, NJ
  • 1 day ago

The **Executive Assistant** leads and directs the administrative needs of the leader(s) to whom s/he supports and is accountable for specific functional work products of the department....

Executive Assistant to SVP of Global Finance

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Position Overview** The Executive Assistant to the SVP of Global Finance is responsible for supporting strategic initiatives and managing projects within the finance department....

Executive Assistant I

  • Somers Point, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Somers Point, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Onancock, Virginia Overview Executive Assistant Level I supports one or more facility or division level Vice President(s) and/or Senior VP(s)....

School Business Administrator/Board Secretary

  • Guttenberg, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Guttenberg, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Position Type: Administration/Business Manager Date Posted: 6/4/2025 Location: Anna L. Klein Closing Date: 06/30/2025   Additional Information: Show/Hide Job Title: School Business...

Budget, Accounting and Reporting Specialist/Asst to Business Administrator/Board Secretary (Anticipated) JobID: 882 Position Type: Business Office/Business Office Date Posted: 5/7/2025 Location:...

Confidential Executive Secretary - Assistant Superintendents Office - Anticipated

  • Scotch Plains, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Scotch Plains, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Confidential Executive Secretary - Assistant Superintendents Office - Anticipated JobID: 3132 Position Type: Secretarial/Clerical/Secretary - 12-Months Date Posted: 6/11/2025 Location:...

Executive Assistant Sr.

  • Edison, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Edison, NJ
  • 2 days ago

The executive assistant senior will provide skilled and efficient support to select RSM leaders and may serve as a navigator to other RSM owners....

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Salary for Executive Assistant Jobs in New Jersey

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

Highest Education Level

Executive Assistants in New Jersey 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 in New Jersey
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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