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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$89K *

Manage complex healthcare licensure cases, providing legal counsel while ensuring compliance with regulations. Engage with public health issues and represent the department in litigation, contributing...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $150K *

Unlock the potential of a vibrant legal support team, enhancing performance and driving smart technology adoption while partnering with leadership to elevate the department's operational excellence an...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$75K - $95K *

Oversee financial operations, reporting, audits, and budgeting for entities. Lead accounting staff in executing high-level strategies for real estate and compliance activities while ensuring financial...

3 weeks ago

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

$77K - $95K *

Join a team that's passionate about connecting employees and communities, leading engagement initiatives, and enhancing our philanthropic impact through collaboration across departments and meaningful...

1 week ago

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

$126K - $144K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming custodial services through strategic leadership and innovation. Provide operational oversight, manage budgets, and engage with stakeholders to elevate serv...

Yesterday

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

$85K - $96K *

Champion organizational growth by directing principal gift initiatives, engaging stakeholders, and overseeing strategic planning to enhance fundraising effectiveness and foster donor relationships in...

3 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading acquisition strategies and lifecycle planning for the H-53 aircraft program. Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with DoD regulations while enhancing the...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$83K - $155K *

Join a team that's responsible for the management and optimization of IBM mainframe storage solutions. Ensure system performance, reliability, and security in high-availability environments while coll...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that balances litigation support with operational leadership, providing vital legal assistance to attorneys while ensuring efficient office management in a dynamic law firm setting...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Lead the planning and implementation of application systems and programming activities, ensuring alignment with business needs while managing a technical team and fostering a culture of continuous imp...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Empower a dynamic team as you lead diverse municipal projects, managing engineering scope, schedules, and budgets while ensuring quality delivery and client satisfaction across infrastructure design i...

2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of corporate governance by collaborating with executives and the Board. Play a key role in managing governance processes, compliance, and stakeholder engagement while ensuring strateg...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $106K *

Manage comprehensive budget analyses and fiscal procedures across departments, ensuring regulatory compliance and efficient financial practices for effective municipal operations. Provide essential in...

3 weeks ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in maintenance operations, ensuring compliance and efficiency across a diverse portfolio. Manage teams and contractors, oversee preventative programs, and foster client relationships w...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that drives DevOps excellence by managing a suite of collaboration tools, leading a team of administrators, and ensuring seamless tool operation for multiple development teams in a cloud e...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead day-to-day operations of a vibrant Assisted Living Community. Drive excellence in care, compliance, and team performance while fostering a nurturing environment for residents and staff. Shape a c...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$62K - $111K *

Elevate your career by providing executive support in a fast-paced environment. You're pivotal in ensuring smooth operations through effective scheduling, coordination of high-level meetings, and mana...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in program governance and process management, driving disciplined execution across multiple cross-functional projects. Ensure seamless coordination, effective communication, and timely...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team as a Project Manager to support engineering and program activities, coordinating efforts across cross-functional teams, and ensuring project milestones are met efficiently through...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $170K *

Support financial reporting for global funds, managing accounting processes and collaboration across teams to ensure compliance and optimal performance in a fast-paced environment. Drive automation an...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$107K - $179K *

Lead cross-functional teams on impactful projects, ensuring alignment with enterprise goals. Manage project scope, budgets, and stakeholder communication while driving performance throughout all phase...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $125K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional legal support, facilitating corporate and real estate transactions with attention to detail and effective communication. Contribute to a collabor...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$72K - $91K *

Partner with us to provide essential legal and administrative support for multiple litigation attorneys. Utilize your detail-oriented skills to manage documentation, correspondence, and office functio...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$83K - $91K *

Transform legal support by collaborating with litigation attorneys, managing case files, e-filing, and conducting research to enhance efficiency and drive success in labor and employment matters for a...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$74K - $91K *

Manage all aspects of legal case preparation, including document drafting, correspondence, and trial support, while ensuring quality execution and client satisfaction in a collaborative team environme...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.