Executive Secretary Jobs in Massachusetts

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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Executive Assistant II

  • Boston, MA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 11 hours ago

What youll need to succeed as an Executive Assistant II at XPO Minimum qualifications: 2 years of administrative assistant or office management experience Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools...

Executive Assistant to the G&A Executives

  • Waltham, MA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Waltham, MA
  • 18 hours ago

Company Overview: Dyne Therapeutics is discovering and advancing innovative life-transforming therapeutics for people living with genetically driven neuromuscular diseases. Leveraging the...

Executive Administrative Assistant

  • Littleton, MA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Littleton, MA
  • 20 hours ago

Littleton Middle School is seeking a full-time Executive Administrative Assistant. Responsibilities includebut are not limited to, working closely and meeting regularly with the principal,...

Executive Assistant for Advancement

  • Easthampton, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Easthampton, MA
  • 1 day ago

The Williston Northampton School, an independent, co-educational boarding and day school located in Easthampton, MA, seeks a full-time, calendar-year Executive Assistant for Advancement. The...

Executive Receptionist

  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago

This role provides executive receptionist support for our Boston office location. You will attend to visitors and manage inquiries on the phone and in-person. You will assist and back up the...

APM Executive Assistant

  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago

Job Requisition ID #** 25WD88034 **Position Overview** Autodesk is looking for a dynamic and proactive Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative support to the Vice President,...

Executive Assistant

  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago

Join us as we work to create a thriving ecosystem that delivers accessible, high-quality, and sustainable healthcare for all. Senior Executive Assistant We are seeking a Senior Executive Assistant...

Executive Assistant

  • Boston, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 2 days ago

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT JOB SUMMARY Executive Assistant to C-Suite Location: Boston, MA (Hybrid - 2-3 days onsite weekly) Compensation: $100,000-$110,000 base + quarterly bonus (total comp ~$120K)...

Senior Executive Assistant

  • Cambridge, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 3 days ago

Our Biotech client is looking for an Executive Assistant to support the CEO and CSO. Reporting to the CEO, as the Senior Executive Assistant, you will serve as the primary source of administrative...

You MUST LIVE in Boston, Raleigh or Charlotte to be considered for this role.)** For over thirty years, Cytel has enabled the world's biotech and pharmaceutical companies to make confident,...

Remote Work

Sr. Executive Assistant to the CEO

  • Danvers, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Danvers, MA
  • 3 days ago

Sr. Executive Assistant to the CEO Full Time Employee Danvers, MA, US 18 days ago Requisition ID: 2005 The Sr. Executive Assistant to the CEO is the CEO's right hand person. May assist additional...

Executive Assistant

  • Boston, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 3 days ago

Description We are looking for a dynamic individual to be the Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Chief Operations Officer (COO), and Chief Revenue Officer (CRO). The...

Executive Assistant and Office Manager

  • Boston, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 3 days ago

What you'll need to succeed as an Executive Assistant and Office Manager at XPO Minimum qualifications: Bachelor's degree or equivalent related work or military experience 2 or more years of...

Overview The Tufts Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences Dean's Office provides direction, policies, procedures, and oversight for faculty, administrators, staff, and students; provides academic...

Executive Administrative Assistant to Dean or VP

  • Boston, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 4 days ago

Overview The Tufts Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences Dean's Office provides direction, policies, procedures, and oversight for faculty, administrators, staff, and students; provides academic...

Demographic Data for Massachusetts

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Salary for Executive Secretary Jobs in Massachusetts

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

Highest Education Level

Executive Secretarys in Massachusetts offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
41.3%
High School or GED
16.2%
Associate's Degree
15.7%
Master's Degree
11.8%
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 in Massachusetts
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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