High-Paying Administrative Assistant Jobs

Administrative Assistants are critical to ensuring the smooth operation of any organization. They handle important administrative tasks, like scheduling meetings, answering calls, and managing paperwork. On Ladders, we offer a range of high-paying Administrative Assistant jobs that can help you take the next step in your career.

Why consider becoming an Administrative Assistant?

As an Administrative Assistant, you'll be at the heart of your company's operations. Your work will enable other team members to focus on their own tasks, and the skills you'll develop can serve you in a variety of roles.

What does it take to become an Administrative Assistant?

In addition to a strong set of administrative skills, successful Administrative Assistants often have good communication skills, a keen attention to detail, and a knack for organization.

Find your next Administrative Assistant job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Explore the latest high-paying Administrative Assistant jobs on Ladders.

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$500K+*

Advance your HR career by supporting various HR functions, including recruiting, onboarding, compliance, and employee relations. Collaborate with team members to foster a positive workplace culture an...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$76K - $84K *

Lead the charge in planning and executing impactful projects within the open learning sector, ensuring timely delivery and quality standards while engaging cross-functional teams and stakeholders thro...

Kamloops, BCIn-Person

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $120K *

Contribute to advancing philanthropic goals through strategic leadership, team collaboration, and effective donor stewardship. Lead fundraising initiatives, manage donor relationships, and enhance ins...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by developing innovative information systems solutions for a dynamic team. Lead projects in data management and system optimization while ensuring efficiency and quality in service...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $116K *

Elevate stormwater management by leading a dynamic team, ensuring compliance with regulations, managing budgets, and driving program planning initiatives for effective civic administration...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as you provide comprehensive legal services across various college departments, reviewing contracts, conducting legal research, and collaborating with administrators to ensure comp...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $140K *

Transform complex operations by leading project execution and coordination across multiple teams, ensuring alignment of goals and deliverables with operational priorities while driving mission success...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Support attorneys by managing calendars, conducting document prep, and ensuring efficient office operations. Contribute to a productive environment by facilitating communications and maintaining files...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$79K - $117K *

Transform the Health Information Management department by organizing, coordinating, and directing essential processes. Collaborate with various departments to ensure efficient operation and accurate i...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Develop and oversee comprehensive construction management for assigned projects, ensuring compliance with timelines and budgets while facilitating communication between contractors and stakeholders fo...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$89K - $130K *

Grow your career with a vital role in maintaining marine engineering systems, ensuring safe vessel operations at sea and in port. Collaborate with a seagoing team to support groundbreaking scientific...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$109K - $137K *

Empower legal strategy by reviewing and drafting agreements, conducting legal research, and collaborating with College units to navigate complex legal issues within a comprehensive educational environ...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$113K - $147K *

Help us manage financial aid programs and lead a team, ensuring compliance and exceptional service. Partner with departments to resolve complex issues while overseeing daily operations in a dynamic en...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Elevate the quality of grant submissions and sponsored research operations by managing pre-award activities, ensuring compliance, cultivating funding opportunities, and enhancing proposal effectivenes...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of research funding initiatives, overseeing the pre-award lifecycle in a dynamic environment. Shape policies, collaborate with academic teams, and ensure complianc...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by leading complex federal healthcare projects. You'll manage multidisciplinary teams and ensure timely delivery while coordinating with stakeholders to optimize performance and dr...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$89K - $130K *

Play a key role in maintaining efficient vessel operations and ensuring safety at sea. Collaborate within a seagoing team to manage engineering systems, perform maintenance, and support scientific mis...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $115K *

Transform the Florida College System by providing strategic leadership in academic programs and student services across 28 institutions. Drive policy development and compliance, enhance student experi...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $120K *

Unlock potential by managing comprehensive cost estimates for diverse projects. Collaborate with stakeholders, analyze costs, and ensure accurate forecasts throughout the project lifecycle, while cont...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

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

$70K - $105K *

Transform project financial management by overseeing setup, invoicing, and compliance, while coaching project managers to promote efficiency and accuracy in a dynamic environment, ensuring alignment w...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $100K *

Oversee the operational effectiveness of hospital departments during evenings, nights, and weekends, ensuring high-quality patient care and efficient support services across the board...

Today

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

$80K - $95K *

Engineer impactful project outcomes by managing large-scale plans and resources, ensuring financial efficiency, minimizing risks, and leading cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and wit...

Reposted 3 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive operational excellence and program growth as a senior leader overseeing residential services. Lead strategic initiatives, ensure compliance, and foster a high-performance culture through mentors...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join us to drive operational excellence as a senior leader in residential services, overseeing regulatory compliance, strategic growth, and team development across multiple locations...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $105K *

Unlock potential by maintaining and optimizing PC/Server infrastructure; collaborate with teams to enhance IT operations and troubleshoot systems, ensuring seamless service delivery in a dynamic envir...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Administrative Assistant do?question toggle

    An Administrative Assistant manages administrative tasks, such as scheduling meetings, handling correspondence, and managing records and files. They also often act as a point of contact within an organization.

  • What is the average salary of an Administrative Assistant?question toggle

    The salary of an Administrative Assistant can vary widely based on experience, location, and company size. However, Administrative Assistant jobs listed on Ladders often offer salaries of $100,000 or more.

  • What skills are needed for Administrative Assistant jobs?question toggle

    Administrative Assistants typically need strong organizational and communication skills. They may also need specific technical skills, such as proficiency with certain software programs.