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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$120K - $150K *

Champion comprehensive legal services and provide expert guidance to enhance agency operations and workforce development initiatives while ensuring compliance with legal standards and supporting strat...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$70K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to empower IT service management through effective user account management, platform administration, and continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring operational excellence and enh...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $217K *

Explore opportunities to manage and enhance IT systems, providing support for troubleshooting, maintenance, and user assistance. Collaborate with teams to optimize operations and ensure performance me...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $120K *

Support executive leadership by managing daily operations, travel logistics, and high-profile events while ensuring streamlined communication and board liaison duties that enable strategic objectives...

2 days ago

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

$82K - $85K *

Elevate the administrative operations of multiple academic departments by managing staff, budgets, and compliance with institutional protocols. Collaborate effectively with leadership to enhance depar...

2 weeks ago

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

$91K - $137K *

Join a team that champions patient care and staff support, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, manage nursing resources, and lead quality improvem...

1 week ago

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

$72K - $111K *

Elevate your career by joining our dynamic team in construction inspection, overseeing quality projects from design to completion while collaborating with transportation agencies and stakeholders to e...

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

$80K - $100K *

Advance your career by leading healthcare operations, enhancing service delivery and financial performance while fostering stakeholder engagement and strategic growth initiatives. Drive a culture of s...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

Join a mission-driven team focused on empowering residents through innovative voter engagement strategies. As a key leader, oversee elections, manage a dynamic team, and ensure fair practices to boost...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $120K *

Drive the sales cycle for SMB to enterprise accounts, utilizing consultative skills and navigating compliance challenges in regulated sectors while collaborating closely with senior leadership to stra...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $120K *

Champion the sales cycle for SMB, mid-market, and enterprise accounts, driving growth through consultative approaches and navigating compliance challenges while collaborating closely with the Head of...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving sales success by managing the complete sales cycle across SMB, mid-market, and enterprise accounts. Leverage your consultative skills and industry knowledge to navigate comp...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $95K *

Empower a newly formed skilled nursing team by planning, organizing, and coordinating exceptional residential care in an innovative assisted living community focused on enhancing senior independence a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$64K - $99K *

Help us drive academic excellence by managing complex projects that enhance curriculum initiatives. Oversee coordination and collaboration across departments to support professional development and im...

6 days ago

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

$88K - $122K *

Champion high-quality patient care by leading case management functions, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving performance improvement across the healthcare system while collaborating with inter...

Reposted today

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

$142K - $160K *

Take ownership of building systems management across multiple projects, ensuring compliance with specifications and schedules, while identifying risks and fostering collaboration with stakeholders for...

4 weeks ago

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

$75K - $95K *

Optimize IT operations in a dynamic multi-site environment. Oversee infrastructure, manage systems, enforce security practices, and collaborate with teams to ensure high availability and operational e...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$270K - $325K *

Analyze market trends and build executive relationships to position Dell as a strategic partner for digital transformation in higher education, shaping opportunities and enhancing institutional succes...

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2 weeks ago

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

$82K - $125K *

Elevate academic success by driving assessment initiatives across departments, training stakeholders, and enhancing the evaluation framework, ensuring the effective use of the course evaluation system...

4 days ago

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

$270K - $325K *

Transform the future of higher education by establishing Dell as a key partner in digital transformation. Engage with senior leaders, identify strategic opportunities, and influence initiatives that e...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $176K *

Manage and oversee construction projects for transit clients, ensuring adherence to contract documents and providing technical guidance. Coordinate project activities while mentoring team members and...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $140K *

Innovate within Enterprise Risk Management by leading complex audit engagements, enhancing team capabilities, and ensuring compliance with CCAR and financial risk protocols, all while fostering strong...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $140K *

Elevate enterprise risk management by overseeing comprehensive audits in capital analysis and financial risk. Lead teams, ensure compliance, and foster development to enhance internal controls and cli...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $130K *

Drive project success by overseeing construction management for rail/transit clients. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance, mentor engineers, and deliver on budget and schedule. Be the technica...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$79K - $93K *

Join a team that shapes pediatric research through expert grants administration, managing the full grant lifecycle, budget development, and financial oversight to support impactful projects across mul...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.