Frequently asked questions
What does an Administrative Assistant do?
Administrative Assistants are responsible for many
clerical tasks to ensure the staff can communicate and work efficiently.Their job involves answering phone calls, greeting visitors,distributing mail, and preparing communications. What are the duties and responsibilities of an Administrative Assistant?
Administrative Assistants assist with the day-to-day
operations of an office by doing tasks such as filing paperwork,answering phone calls, preparing documents for meetings, and managingthe calendar of their supervisors.What makes a good Administrative Assistant
Successful Administrative Assistants are effective
communicators who speak clearly and are personable and welcoming whenanswering incoming calls. They use proper grammar and put people at easewhen they're on the phone or speaking one-on-one with other staffmembers or customers.Who does Administrative Assistant work with?
Administrative Assistants typically report to a Managing
Director unless assigned directly to a CEO or other executive. MostAdministrative Assistants support the entire office in smaller companiesand work with various department managers and staff.