Executive Secretary Jobs

An Executive Secretary is an essential figure in the administrative industry who provides high-level administrative support to top executives within a company. They perform various tasks including managing schedules, organizing meetings, preparing reports, handling correspondence, and maintaining files. They play a crucial role in coordinating the daily operations of the organization and often act as a liaison between the executive and the rest of the staff. These professionals should be well-versed in corporate protocol, office management systems, and procedures. They should possess exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, and have strong time management and organizational skills.

Exemplary Executive Secretaries often hold certifications such as the Certified Administrative Professional (CAP) or the Certified Executive Administrative Professional (CEAP), which signifies their expertise and commitment to the industry. Before stepping into this role, individuals might have served in positions such as Administrative Assistant, Office Coordinator, or Personal Assistant, where they honed their administrative skills and developed a deep understanding of business procedures and processes. It is also essential for these professionals to be proficient in various software applications such as Microsoft Office Suite and certain project management tools. Their role is not only limited to administrative tasks, but they also assist in strategic planning and execution.

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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...

HOLLY HUNT

Executive Assistant 2

Why join us? For nearly four decades, Holly Hunt has been the defining voice in modern luxury interiors. We offer exquisite furnishings, an unparalleled showroom experience, and unwavering service...

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

Why join us? Our purpose is to design for the good of humankind. It's the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of MillerKnoll means being a part of something larger...

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. At Hilscher-Clarke, our people embody our core values of Faith,...

Executive Assistant

  • WA
  • 3 hours ago
  • WA
  • 3 hours 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
  • 3 hours ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 3 hours ago

un Executive Assistant for Women's Financial Planning Practice (Walnut Creek) Girls Just Gotta Have Funds 1676 N. California Blvd compensation: $25 - $30 per hour depending on experience...

Executive Assistant

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

Executive Assistant Employer Formation Bio Location New York, NY; Boston, MA Start date Jul 1, 2025 categories job Click to add the job to your shortlist Job Details Company Job Details About...

Substitute Executive Assistant

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 3 hours 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...

Executive Assistant II

  • San Bernardino, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • San Bernardino, CA
  • 3 hours ago

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

Senior Executive Administrative Assistant - East Coast (Remote)

  • Rockford, TN
  • 3 hours ago
  • Rockford, TN
  • 3 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
  • 3 hours ago
  • Palm Beach Gardens, FL
  • 3 hours ago

The Shared Humanity Project focuses on helping communities across the U.S. to eradicate poverty in seven years or less. We are currently seeking to hire a part-time Executive Assistant to work on...

Legal Executive Assistant - Corporate

  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 3 hours ago

DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive. Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a...

Executive Assistant for BHS Physicians Network

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 3 hours ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 3 hours ago

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

Executive Assistant (Part-time)

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 3 hours ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 3 hours ago

ABOUT AP-OD (ABRIENDO PUERTAS/OPENING DOORS) Launched in 2007, AP-OD, also known as Abriendo Puertas/Opening Doors, is the nation's first evidence-based leadership training program designed by and...

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Salary for Executive Secretary Jobs Nationwide

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

Highest Education Level

Executive Secretarys 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 Secretarys
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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