Executive Assistant Jobs at Leading Companies

Executive assistants help senior leaders stay focused, organized, and prepared. The role often combines complex calendar management, meeting coordination, confidential communications, travel planning, and project support. On Ladders, explore vetted executive assistant opportunities with compensation of $100,000 or more, including senior-level roles at established companies and growing organizations.

What Executive Assistants Do

Responsibilities vary by organization and executive, but may include managing schedules, preparing meeting materials, coordinating domestic and international travel, handling sensitive information, and tracking priorities across teams. Experienced executive assistants may also lead administrative processes, support board meetings, manage special projects, and serve as a trusted point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.

Skills Employers Look For

Employers commonly seek exceptional organization, clear written and verbal communication, sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to anticipate needs. Proficiency with productivity and collaboration tools, attention to detail, adaptability, and confidence working with senior stakeholders can also distinguish candidates. Experience supporting executives in a fast-paced or complex environment is often valued.

Executive Assistant Career Paths

Executive assistant roles can offer opportunities to deepen expertise in executive operations, support larger leadership teams, or take on broader responsibilities in project coordination and office operations. Some professionals move into roles such as chief of staff, executive operations, or administrative leadership, depending on their experience and interests.

Find Executive Assistant Jobs on Ladders

Browse executive assistant openings on Ladders to find opportunities aligned with your experience, preferred work environment, and career goals. Explore vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more and identify roles where your organizational strengths and executive support experience can make an impact.

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$90K - $110K *

Elevate project outcomes by managing the full lifecycle, ensuring alignment with business objectives, and driving successful execution through effective planning, budgeting, and risk management...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Champion exceptional growth by nurturing key accounts and driving SaaS innovation. Collaborate end-to-end with clients to enhance their experience and optimize product adoption, while contributing to...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Grow your career with a dynamic sales team focused on enterprise solutions. Drive revenue by building relationships with C-level executives, executing sales strategies, and leading negotiations to clo...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by managing and optimizing project-level agreements, ensuring compliance and efficiency in contracting processes while supporting global operations and client needs in a dynamic legal...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $155K *

Engage with strategic enterprise clients to drive retention, growth, and satisfaction. Lead account strategy, advise stakeholders, and deliver measurable outcomes while mentoring team members and fost...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$175K - $225K *

Transform the future of construction by leading enterprise projects and fabrication efforts. Leverage your expertise in mechanical piping, plumbing, and HVAC to mentor teams, enhance productivity, and...

Mclean, VARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Optimize growth and retention strategies in a dynamic, remote role supporting PreK-12 education. Collaborate with districts to drive success, develop relationships with key stakeholders, and deliver i...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

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

$130K - $150K *

Drive the development and implementation of preventive maintenance programs across a diverse hotel portfolio, enhancing asset reliability and operational consistency while collaborating with engineeri...

Dallas, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$101K - $157K *

Shape the future of BIM projects by leading a dynamic team, optimizing processes, and ensuring client satisfaction through effective management and strategic input across all phases of electrical cons...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing workplace design and construction projects, ensuring operational readiness and accountability across multiple sites while optimizing budgets and vendor performance for succ...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $125K *

Accelerate progress at our financial reporting function by leading compliance, ensuring accurate statements, and mentoring a skilled team. Drive technical accounting excellence and support executive d...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

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

$140K - $154K *

Engage with small to medium enterprises, driving IoT solutions through strategic sales. Own the full sales cycle from prospecting to close, nurturing relationships and building trust to deliver impact...

CanadaRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $200K *

Manage the campaign calendar and ensure timely launches by transforming customer requests into actionable specs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain project alignment and drive success...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team as you nurture large accounts, connecting them directly to innovative solutions while driving growth through close collaboration and strategic partnership with key stakeholders thr...

Austin, TXRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Accelerate growth by cultivating strategic partnerships with K-12 educators, driving customer retention, and delivering tailored literacy solutions, while maintaining an agile territory strategy to ac...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Optimize sales cycles and foster customer relationships by owning the end-to-end process of selling innovative multi-product solutions while collaborating with teams to drive growth and deliver tailor...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$95K - $115K *

Empower growth by driving sales of lab supplies and diagnostics. Build strong customer relationships, develop strategic sales plans, and ensure market penetration while achieving sales forecasts in a...

Ann Arbor, MIRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $125K *

Transform data analytics initiatives by leading multiple projects, engaging stakeholders, and driving solutions from inception to delivery. Collaborate with technical teams to ensure alignment with mi...

RemoteRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career by driving strategic partnerships with top utilities. In this senior role, you'll lead complex enterprise sales, build trusted relationships, and shape innovative solutions, all wh...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $150K *

Drive HRIS excellence by optimizing technologies and core processes, enhancing compliance, and delivering impactful solutions that elevate operational efficiency and employee experience across the org...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Help us lead complex capital projects by overseeing technical and operational management, ensuring timely delivery, and mentoring a talented team for excellence in bulk material handling and construct...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Manage day-to-day infrastructure and customer support, ensuring optimal server performance, security, and incident response. Collaborate on initiatives to enhance operational security and maintain doc...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$128K - $150K *

Help us drive growth in the Home Health and Pediatric Care sectors by generating new enterprise revenue. Own the full sales cycle, engage decision-makers, and develop strategic relationships to establ...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in managing complex projects within our Medical capability, ensuring successful execution and meaningful outcomes. Collaborate with teams and clients, driving timelines and fostering r...

New York, NYRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$104K - $163K *

Shape the future of IT project management by leading cross-functional teams to deliver impactful technology solutions on time and within scope, while enhancing processes and ensuring effective stakeho...

Largo, FLRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an executive assistant do?question toggle

    An executive assistant provides high-level administrative and operational support to senior leaders. Typical duties include calendar and travel management, meeting preparation, confidential communications, and coordinating projects or priorities.

  • What qualifications are common for executive assistant jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often value substantial administrative experience, strong organization and communication skills, discretion, sound judgment, and fluency with workplace productivity tools. Experience supporting senior executives can be especially helpful.

  • Can executive assistant jobs pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Yes. Compensation depends on factors such as seniority, location, organization, responsibilities, and experience. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with compensation of $100,000 or more.

  • What skills help executive assistants succeed?question toggle

    Prioritization, attention to detail, adaptability, proactive problem-solving, and professional communication are essential. The ability to handle sensitive information and anticipate an executive’s needs is also important.

  • What career paths can follow an executive assistant role?question toggle

    Depending on experience and interests, executive assistants may advance into senior administrative or executive operations roles, project coordination, administrative leadership, or chief of staff positions.