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Executive Assistant job description template

An executive assistant supports one or more senior leaders by managing their calendars, communications, travel, and priorities. The best ones act as a force multiplier, anticipating needs and protecting the executive's time so they can focus on high-value work. Copy this template, replace the bracketed parts, then run it through the free JD Analyzer.

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Executive Assistant

About the role

[Company Name] is seeking an Executive Assistant to partner closely with our [Executive Title]. You will own their calendar, communications, travel, and key meeting logistics, helping them focus on the decisions that matter most. We are looking for someone proactive, discreet, and calm under pressure who can anticipate needs before they arise.

Responsibilities

  • Manage a complex, frequently changing calendar and prioritize meeting requests
  • Triage the executive's inbox and draft correspondence on their behalf
  • Plan domestic and international travel, including itineraries and contingencies
  • Prepare briefing materials, agendas, and meeting notes
  • Track action items and follow up with stakeholders to ensure completion
  • Coordinate board meetings, leadership offsites, and events
  • Process expense reports and manage related budgets
  • Serve as a professional liaison with internal leaders, clients, and partners
  • Handle highly confidential information with discretion
  • Support special projects as assigned by the executive

Requirements

  • 3+ years supporting senior leaders in an administrative or executive assistant role
  • Advanced skills with Outlook or Google Workspace calendars and email
  • Excellent written communication and professional judgment
  • Proven ability to manage competing priorities with minimal supervision
  • Strong discretion and integrity with sensitive information
  • Experience arranging complex travel and events
  • Ability to be available for occasional time-sensitive requests outside standard hours, as described in the posting

Nice to have

  • Experience supporting C-suite or founders at a growing company
  • Familiarity with board meeting preparation
  • Experience with expense tools such as Concur, Expensify, or Ramp
  • Project coordination experience

Pay

[Pay range] · [Benefits summary]

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Write a more inclusive posting

  • Describe after-hours expectations concretely, such as frequency and typical hours, instead of 'always on' language that discourages caregivers
  • Avoid gender-coded titles or language like 'Girl Friday' or 'right-hand man'; use 'Executive Assistant' and neutral pronouns
  • Skip 'polished' or 'executive presence' as vague traits and name the concrete communication skills you expect

Hiring a executive assistant?

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Executive Assistant interview questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the most important trait to look for in an executive assistant?

Proactive judgment is usually the deciding factor. Ask for specific examples of anticipating needs and handling sensitive situations, since nearly every candidate can describe basic calendar work.

How do I describe after-hours availability in an executive assistant job description?

Be specific about how often and when, for example occasional evening travel changes. Clear expectations let candidates assess fit honestly and reduce the risk of discouraging qualified applicants with vague 'always available' language.

Should I give executive assistant candidates a practical exercise?

Yes, a short, paid or time-limited exercise such as resolving a messy calendar week or drafting an email on an executive's behalf works well. Keep it under an hour and use the same exercise for every candidate.

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