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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$110K - $130K *

Transform healthcare sales by driving enterprise growth through strategic outreach and complex deal management. Engage with key stakeholders in health systems and life sciences to deliver impactful so...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $220K *

Champion strategic partnerships by leading executive relationships, ensuring operational excellence, and driving growth across service lines while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $220K *

Drive strategic partnerships by overseeing client relationships, ensuring operational excellence, and fostering growth across service lines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $148K *

Transform campus infrastructure by managing capital projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery while balancing budgetary constraints and regulatory requirements, and promoting sus...

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

$125K - $148K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee capital projects from conception to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget while promoting sustainable practices and compliance with design re...

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

$90K - $110K *

Drive strategic oversight of student financial services, enhancing accessibility and retention. Lead initiatives for compliance, technology integration, and operational efficiency while collaborating...

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

$85K *

Drive client success by managing relationships, overseeing projects, and identifying growth opportunities. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless execution and cultivate long-term partners...

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career by driving operational excellence and automation in a fast-paced environment. Work closely with executives to streamline processes, enhance efficiency, and lead dynamic projects...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$79K - $91K *

Drive impactful legal initiatives by assisting attorneys in litigation processes, preparing essential documents, and ensuring compliance with legal standards while contributing to a nationwide law enf...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$160K - $200K *

Transform the enterprise account management landscape by leading strategy, driving revenue retention, fostering customer growth, and developing high-performing teams to enhance client relationships an...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$71K - $108K *

Champion administrative excellence by supporting complex tasks, enhancing team efficacy, and providing expertise in a dynamic environment, while facilitating executive reporting and customer interacti...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $125K *

Elevate your career by developing innovative architectural designs and solutions. Collaborate across teams, lead projects, and engage in end-to-end design processes, ensuring quality and excellence in...

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

$95K - $115K *

Drive project success by planning, executing, and finalizing initiatives while managing scope, timelines, and resources. Collaborate with teams to deliver quality results and maintain robust client re...

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence while fostering strong team collaboration and client relationships throughout the proje...

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

$150K - $175K *

Transform regional telecommunications infrastructure projects by leading execution, modernization, and stakeholder engagement to ensure mission-critical capabilities align with Navy objectives and com...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing complex projects and mentoring teams while ensuring client satisfaction and technical excellence. Drive project success through effective communication and coordination wit...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$83K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving impactful digital strategies and partnerships. You'll lead the vision for web content, working closely with diverse teams to achieve exceptional outcomes for cl...

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

$83K - $96K *

Bring your expertise to a dynamic team focused on developing construction and maintenance work packages for substation projects, ensuring efficient resource coordination and project execution in the e...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$250K - $270K *

Strategize with us to drive impactful client engagements, shaping business strategies and operational models. Leverage your expertise in management consulting to deliver actionable insights and foster...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$250K - $270K *

Unlock strategic growth by leading client engagements, driving actionable insights, and shaping business strategies across diverse sectors. Collaborate with senior leaders to implement innovative solu...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$250K - $270K *

Drive impactful client strategies as a leader in management consulting, leveraging your expertise to solve complex business challenges and deliver actionable solutions across diverse sectors, while me...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$250K - $270K *

Shape client strategies by leading complex engagements, driving growth, and integrating technology solutions. Collaborate with senior leaders to deliver actionable insights and foster innovation acros...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Transform project outcomes by leading planning, budgeting, and coordination initiatives. Drive operational efficiency, oversee a diverse team, and ensure compliance with regulations while delivering q...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $110K *

Drive client growth by enhancing software adoption and satisfaction. Collaborate with sales and success teams to implement strategies, facilitate demos, and manage client relationships, ensuring long...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's driving renewable energy solutions by cultivating client relationships and generating new business through a consultative sales approach. Collaborate with operations to deliver tail...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.