Explore Administrative Assistant Jobs Paying $100,000 or More

Find Administrative Assistant opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more on Ladders. Browse vetted openings for experienced professionals who bring organization, discretion, communication skills, and sound judgment to fast-paced workplaces. Roles may support senior leaders, manage complex schedules, coordinate projects, and help teams operate smoothly.

What Administrative Assistants Do

Administrative Assistants keep business operations on track by managing calendars, arranging meetings and travel, preparing documents, coordinating communications, and handling confidential information. Depending on the organization and level, the work can also include project coordination, event planning, expense oversight, and serving as a point of contact across departments.

Skills Employers Value

Employers often seek strong written and verbal communication, organization, attention to detail, prioritization, and proficiency with office and collaboration software. The ability to anticipate needs, protect sensitive information, solve problems, and stay composed while managing competing deadlines can be especially valuable in senior administrative roles.

Administrative Assistant Career Paths

Administrative Assistant experience can lead to opportunities such as Executive Assistant, Senior Administrative Assistant, Office Manager, or operations and project coordination roles. Responsibilities and qualifications vary by employer, industry, and position; review each listing for details about scope, experience, and compensation.

Find Your Next Administrative Assistant Role

Search Ladders for vetted Administrative Assistant and executive support jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Explore current openings, compare role requirements, and find opportunities that match your experience and career goals.

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$120K - $170K *

Elevate enterprise service reliability by leading Major Incident Management and supporting operational excellence across monitoring and incident response functions in a dynamic, 24x7 environment...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate progress at shaping the Exterior Signage business, leading cross-functional teams, driving customer satisfaction, financial performance, and operational excellence, while developing high-pe...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $130K *

Engage with K-12 districts to drive cross-sell revenue, leveraging existing relationships to introduce new product lines. Collaborate with teams to enhance student safety through technology while mana...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $143K *

Join a dynamic team to lead Quality Assurance efforts in Long-Term Services and Supports. Oversee compliance, collaborate with external partners, and drive operational excellence while ensuring adhere...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

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Miami, FLRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $150K *

Lead the charge in optimizing maintenance operations across multiple distribution centers, ensuring reliability and efficiency in a dynamic 24x7 logistics environment while driving performance and cli...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$43K - $129K *

Empower small businesses by driving sales and building relationships. Utilize solution-based selling to exceed quotas and grow your territory through prospecting, networking, and effective negotiation...

Florida, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$86K - $129K *

Elevate your career by leading financial planning and reporting efforts. Collaborate with operational leaders to provide insights that drive strategic decisions and enhance financial performance acros...

Texas, USRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$77K - $93K *

Transform IT/OT network infrastructure by implementing secure, scalable solutions. Collaborate with teams to ensure robust performance and compliance while managing network security and troubleshootin...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$108K - $163K *

Shape the future of our Elastic SIEM solution by leading design, operation, and optimization efforts. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance security, availability, and performance while drivin...

Arlington, VARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $100K *

Help us drive strategic initiatives within Navy housing programs. You will support the planning and execution of barracks improvements, collaborating with stakeholders to enhance housing conditions, r...

Hawaii, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$70K - $94K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $145K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $115K *

Join a team that's transforming research grant administration by managing proposals, budgets, and compliance. Provide expert guidance to ensure successful submissions and navigate complex funding proc...

Cambridge, MARemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$125K - $150K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $180K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by managing diverse medical communications projects, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction while leading multidisciplinary teams and maintaining strong relationships wit...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$190K - $210K *

Advance strategic commercial negotiations across complex EPC agreements, ensuring comprehensive risk management and delivery excellence. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive supplier engagement in...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

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Houston, TXRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Transform business growth by driving sales and expanding global opportunities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build key accounts and foster customer relationships, while achieving annual s...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$190K - $275K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

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Quebec, CARemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$89K - $121K *

Lead the charge in delivering advanced HVAC solutions by managing complex application projects, collaborating with teams, and mentoring engineers to ensure optimal system performance and customer sati...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Administrative Assistant do?question toggle

    An Administrative Assistant supports day-to-day business operations by coordinating schedules, meetings, communications, documents, and other administrative tasks. Some positions also involve project coordination, travel planning, event support, or handling confidential information.

  • Can Administrative Assistant jobs pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Yes. Some senior, specialized, or executive-support positions offer compensation of $100,000 or more. Pay depends on factors such as responsibilities, experience, location, industry, and employer.

  • What qualifications are common for Administrative Assistant roles?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly value relevant administrative experience, communication and organizational skills, attention to detail, discretion, and proficiency with office productivity and collaboration tools.

  • What is the difference between an Administrative Assistant and an Executive Assistant?question toggle

    Administrative Assistants typically provide organizational and operational support to a team, department, or office. Executive Assistants often provide dedicated support to senior leaders and may manage complex calendars, travel, communications, and confidential priorities.

  • Where can I find high-paying Administrative Assistant jobs?question toggle

    Ladders features vetted professional job listings with salaries of $100,000 or more. Search Administrative Assistant and related executive support roles to explore current opportunities.