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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$115K - $130K *

Transform client relationships by leading a dedicated team, ensuring project execution, and maintaining high service quality. Collaborate with senior leaders to enhance client satisfaction and operati...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $130K *

Drive client satisfaction by leading a dedicated team of Project Managers and Technical Analysts, ensuring high-quality service delivery and effective project execution in a fast-paced environment...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing client relationships through effective project management and operational leadership. You'll oversee a sub-team, ensuring high-quality service delivery while...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$107K - $143K *

Empower clients by leading benefits consulting efforts, developing strategies, and managing client relationships to deliver exceptional service and drive business growth. Engage with small to mid-mark...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$107K - $143K *

Grow your career by delivering strategic benefits solutions to diverse clients. Lead client service teams, develop employee benefits strategies, and collaborate with HR and finance executives to drive...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$107K - $143K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative benefits consulting solutions, shaping strategies that enhance client engagement and retention in the Health and Benefits marketplace across small to mid-marke...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $189K *

Drive your career with this Senior Governance Paralegal role, overseeing corporate governance and compliance for a global entity portfolio. Collaborate with executives while ensuring meticulous record...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $165K *

Support the CEO and executive team by managing complex schedules, coordinating Board activities, and driving operational excellence in a dynamic environment. Bring your expertise to enhance leadership...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$138K - $266K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee global project and program delivery, ensuring alignment with strategic goals. Drive excellence in execution, manage complex initiatives, and foster collaboration across...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $150K *

Partner with us to drive strategic initiatives and enhance executive operations. As a trusted advisor to the CEO, you'll manage complex priorities, facilitate communication, and ensure seamless execut...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping culture and communication at the executive level. Collaborate closely with the CEO and leadership to enhance internal engagement, drive strategic initiatives, and foster a v...

6 days ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Empower the Private Wealth team by providing essential administrative support, managing complex schedules, coordinating travel, and serving as a key liaison for stakeholders to ensure seamless operati...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $109K *

Shape the future of our department by providing vital administrative support, managing vendor relations, coordinating schedules, and maintaining program tracking systems to ensure seamless operations...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Advance client relationships and team performance as a strategic leader, overseeing captive insurance operations, driving excellence, and enhancing service delivery while managing complex engagements...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $100K *

Elevate your career by managing office operations in a dynamic environment, ensuring seamless workflow and supporting high-stakes projects for the Space Development Agency. Bring your organizational s...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's focused on driving new business growth in the SMB market. This role demands a proactive hunter who excels in managing sales pipelines and building relationships to close high-value...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$65K - $112K *

Lead the charge in managing complex client relationships, employing data-driven strategies for enhanced service delivery, retention, and performance improvement while mentoring team members and coordi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$65K - $112K *

Engage with strategic accounts to foster trusted client relationships, drive performance improvement, and ensure excellent service delivery while mentoring internal teams and managing complex client n...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$74K - $152K *

Drive innovative research administration by managing proposals and awards, ensuring compliance and effective collaboration with faculty. Support a diverse portfolio while enhancing investigator-led re...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $99K *

Lead the charge in providing strategic administrative support to the EVP, enhancing effectiveness within a dynamic global marketing environment. Collaborate with senior management and manage complex s...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to elevating fundraising strategies and leadership for major gifts. Collaborate with senior executives to drive impactful initiatives and enhance donor relationships withi...

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

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in strategic fundraising initiatives, collaborating with senior leadership to enhance major gift programs and drive philanthropic efforts for a comprehensive cancer center, while manag...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Engage with clients as a primary consultant on eDiscovery projects, leveraging Relativity to deliver optimal solutions. Collaborate across departments to ensure comprehensive project management and cl...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Optimize client engagement by managing eDiscovery projects, leveraging Relativity, and collaborating across teams to deliver tailored solutions that meet client needs and enhance service delivery...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of eDiscovery by leading client projects, ensuring optimal solutions through collaboration and expertise in Relativity. Drive success by managing documentation and team performance wh...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.