Is being an executive assistant a good fit for you?
Helps a senior manager stay organised. Researches, writes reports and letters, greets visitors, and arranges meetings and travel.
What the work involves
- Manages and keeps up to date the schedules of senior managers.
- Books travel for senior managers.
- Writes invoices, reports, letters and other documents using office software.
- Runs office services like records, budgets, staff issues and upkeep to support managers.
The interests that suit it
People in this work tend to be organising and persuading. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.
What it tends to reward
Compared with other work, this job stands out for:
- Belonging. People who look out for each other, and a manager who has your back.
How much training it needs
Apprenticeships and training. Usually vocational training or an apprenticeship. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
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