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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$60K - $105K *

Join our team as a field coordinator, overseeing critical ICI projects. Engage in daily inspections, manage project specifications, and ensure effective communication with stakeholders to drive projec...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Join us as a senior leader overseeing financial support for academic units, ensuring exceptional service and compliance. Lead a diverse team, manage budgets, and drive process improvements while colla...

Today

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing employee relations and optimizing HR services. Lead initiatives to improve workplace morale, manage complex employee issues, and support strategic objectives...

2 weeks ago

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

$130K *

Shape the future of campus infrastructure by providing strategic leadership and management for facility projects, while ensuring budget alignment and compliance with safety regulations, all aimed at e...

Reposted 3 days ago

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

$140K - $155K *

Champion strategic initiatives and operational excellence by partnering with executive leadership to drive enterprise-wide execution, enhance organizational effectiveness, and ensure alignment across...

1 week ago

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

$140K - $155K *

Elevate organizational effectiveness by partnering with leadership to drive strategic initiatives, establish execution frameworks, and ensure accountability across departments, fostering collaboration...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in multidisciplinary design execution for large-scale data center projects, managing external consultants and ensuring alignment with project requirements, schedules, and quality stand...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing design integration across projects. Oversee planning, coordination, and collaboration to ensure seamless transitions from design to construction while fosteri...

6 days ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Champion project success by managing large-scale capital design and construction projects in higher education and municipal sectors. Oversee planning, design, procurement, and construction phases to e...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$60K - $104K *

Join our team to manage administrative activities, support leadership, and coordinate events. You'll serve as a key liaison, oversee budgets, and mentor junior staff while ensuring smooth operations a...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Champion project-based sales and leadership in MEP construction, ensuring client satisfaction and profitability through effective planning, execution, and closeout of projects while collaborating with...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $120K *

Champion provider onboarding as part of a dynamic team, guiding new organizations from first contact to activation. Enhance user experience through outreach, training, and resource development while c...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$77K - $129K *

Lead cross-functional initiatives to enhance the enterprise Talent agenda, managing projects from intake to implementation. Collaborate with diverse teams to translate strategic priorities into action...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$77K - $129K *

Drive impactful talent initiatives by leading cross-functional projects that enhance the talent lifecycle, ensuring strategic alignment and measurable outcomes while fostering collaboration across tea...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$77K - $129K *

Drive cross-functional initiatives that enhance the enterprise Talent agenda, managing projects from intake to implementation. Collaborate with diverse teams to translate strategic priorities into act...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in project management by coordinating teams and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results while maintaining strong client relationships and managing multiple projects simultaneo...

4 days ago

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

$75K - $100K *

Unlock your potential by overseeing facility assets and field operations. Collaborate with teams to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency while managing equipment and training staff in a dynamic envi...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career with a leadership role that drives operational excellence, aligns business strategies, and fosters a productive environment to achieve key performance indicators and positive resul...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Join us in driving revenue growth by managing the full sales cycle for innovative event marketing solutions. Leverage your entrepreneurial spirit and consultative skills to transform client objectives...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$88K - $110K *

Support project success by overseeing construction administration, ensuring quality and cost control, and acting as a liaison among stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle from start to closeout...

1 week ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee MEP operations, ensuring timely and profitable project completion. Leverage your leadership and technical skills to manage trades, coordinate systems, and enhance client...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving growth by owning the full sales cycle, from generating leads to closing deals. Collaborate with founders and product teams to enhance our sales strategy and deliver exceptio...

Bellevue, WARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$125K - $150K *

Engage with leading private equity firms to drive revenue growth through full-cycle sales, from outreach to proposal and negotiation. Help shape a scalable commercial strategy while building lasting c...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $105K *

Champion the execution of Enterprise Architecture programs by coordinating governance operations, facilitating collaboration, and ensuring efficient reporting across teams to drive strategic alignment...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential by driving sales initiatives in a dynamic startup environment. Collaborate on growth strategies, manage leads, and leverage your tech-savvy skills to make a significant impact as we l...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.