How do they match: Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants

  • Personal Assistant
  • Personal Secretary
  • Administrative Services Assistant

  • Provide high-level administrative support by conducting research, preparing statistical reports, and handling information requests, as well as performing routine administrative functions such as preparing correspondence, receiving visitors, arranging conference calls, and scheduling meetings. May also train and supervise lower-level clerical staff.

  • Answer phone calls and direct calls to appropriate parties or take messages.
  • Coordinate and direct office services, such as records, departmental finances, budget preparation, personnel issues, and housekeeping, to aid executives.

  • Answer telephones to direct calls or provide information.
  • Greet customers, patrons, or visitors.
  • Supervise clerical or administrative personnel.
  • Train personnel.