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Executive Assistant

Executive Assistant job description

Managing executive calendars, including scheduling meetings and prioritising appointmentsCoordinating domestic and international travel arrangementsPreparing and editing correspondence, presentations, and reportsActing as a liaison between executives and internal/external stakeholdersHandling confidential information with discretion and professionalismOrganising and supporting meetings, including agendas, minutes, and follow-upsAssisting with project coordination and administrative tasksManaging expense reporting and invoice processingSupporting personal tasks and errands as neededAnticipating executive needs and taking initiative to solve problems before they arise

Typical Executive Assistant duties

What qualifications should an Executive Assistant have?

A strong Executive Assistant typically has several years of experience in an administrative or executive support role, along with a solid foundation of relevant skills. An Executive Assistant job description could include education or training in any of the following areas:Business AdministrationOffice AdministrationCommunicationsManagementAdditionally, Executive Assistants should possess high levels of the following skills to succeed in the role:Excellent verbal and written communicationStrong organisational and time-management capabilitiesHigh attention to detailDiscretion and ability to handle sensitive informationProblem-solving and critical thinkingProficiency in Microsoft Office and calendar management toolsAbility to multitask and adapt in a fast-paced environmentStrong interpersonal skills for managing relationships at all levels

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Salary for Executive Assistant
360000 - 960000
25th Percentile
360000
The candidate has little or no prior experience in the position and is still developing relevant skills.
50th Percentile
600000
The candidate has an average level of experience and has most of the necessary skills.
75th Percentile
960000
The candidate has above-average experience, has most or all the necessary skills and may have specialised qualifications.
Salary range based on three percentiles The starting salaries represent gross yearly salaries. They do not include bonuses, benefits or the Mandatory Provident Fund. Small companies: S < HK$ 50 million Midsize companies: HK$ 50 million ≤ M ≤ HK$ 150 million Large companies: L > HK$ 150 million
Projected salaries for related positions Position title 25th Percentile 50th Percentile 75th Percentile Personal Assistant 360000 600000 1000000 Office Manager 480000 660000 1200000 Explore more salaries

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