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Senior Administrative Assistant in New York, NY

Senior Administrative Assistant job description

Senior administrative assistants provide high-level support to executives and department leaders by managing schedules, coordinating communications and overseeing daily operations. This role requires exceptional organizational skills, discretion and the ability to handle multiple priorities with professionalism. Senior administrative assistants serve as key points of contact within the organization, helping streamline workflows and ensure efficient execution of operational activities

Typical senior administrative assistant duties:

Manage calendars, schedule meetings and coordinate travel arrangements for senior leadersPrepare and edit correspondence, reports, presentations and other documentsOrganize and maintain confidential files, records and databasesServe as a liaison between executives, staff and external stakeholdersAssist with planning and execution of department initiatives and eventsMonitor deadlines and follow up on action items to ensure timely completionSupport budget tracking and expense reporting processesHandle incoming communications and prioritize responses as neededMaintain office procedures and ensure compliance with company standards

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Salary for Senior Administrative Assistant in New York, NY

66544 - 87360

Low
66544
The candidate is new to the role or has limited experience and is still developing core skills.
Mid
75075
The candidate has moderate experience in the role or one similar, meets most requirements and may hold transferable skills or relevant certifications.
High
87360
The candidate has extensive experience in the role, demonstrates advanced skills and often brings specialized certifications or industry experience.

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