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Executive assistant
Theexecutive assistant plays a key role in the organisation and smooth running of the company. By coordinating activities, facilitating communication and monitoring strategic projects, they contribute directly to the effectiveness of management. This multi-skilled profession, which can be accessed on a sandwich course basis, offers a global vision of the company, high employability and excellent prospects for advancement to positions of responsibility.
The business
What is an Executive Assistant?
Its role
Theexecutive assistant helps a company director to optimise day-to-day administrative management. You become the trusted person who organises, coordinates and monitors all activities. Your mission: to facilitate the operational efficiency of the manager you support on a daily basis.
Its field of action
As anExecutive Assistant, you will be working at the heart of the company, in direct contact with General Management. You will work closely with the various departments: human resources, accounting, sales and middle management. This strategic position gives you a cross-functional view of the organisation. Your professional environment ranges from dynamic SMEs to large CAC 40 companies. Whether in the private or public sector, your position as assistant will make you an essential link in the decision-making and operational chain.
The functions
What does an Executive Assistant do?
The day-to-day life of an executive assistant is punctuated by a variety of strategic responsibilities.
You organise the diary and plan management meetings
You will manage official correspondence and communications
You prepare files and materials for management committees
You coordinate business trips and events
You act as an interface between management and the teams
You supervise administrative tasks and document management
You will be involved in monitoring the company’s cross-functional projects
You manage relations with external partners and VIP customers
Qualifications
Qualities and skills needed to be a good Executive Assistant
Organisation and time management
Your ability to prioritise and structure is fundamental. You have a perfect command of complex planning and are able to anticipate the needs of your management.
Communication and interpersonal skills
Your ease with people makes it easy for you to get on with business. You represent the company’s image and know how to adapt your communication to your contacts.
Mastery of digital tools
Your expertise in office software and collaborative platforms optimises day-to-day efficiency. You are quick to integrate new management technologies.
The benefits
What are the advantages of working as an Executive Assistant?
As anExecutive Assistant, you’ll be at the heart of the company’s strategic decisions. You contribute directly to operational efficiency and the development of large-scale projects. This privileged position gives you a comprehensive understanding of how the business operates and the economic issues at stake.
Your expertise in administrative management and management opens up a wide range of career prospects. You could become an office manager, assistant general manager or move into human resources. This professional versatility guarantees lasting employability and stimulating career opportunities.
Remuneration
Executive assistant: salary and career development
Executive assistants earn attractive salaries that increase significantly with experience. At the start of your career, you can expect a salary of 26,000 euros gross per annum. After a few years’ experience, this salary rises to €40,000 and can reach up to €55,000 gross per year.
In addition, there are often significant benefits: performance bonuses, luncheon vouchers, company health insurance and the possibility of teleworking. Your career prospects will take you towards positions as office manager, assistant to the general manager or cross-functional positions in the administrative departments.
Up to
55 000€
Salary per year
Training courses
How do I become an Executive Assistant?
Our training courses
To become an executive assistant, join a recognised school like INSEEC. Our teaching methods combine academic excellence with professional immersion. Our corporate partnerships and alumni network guarantee you personalised support on the road to employment.
For example, you could opt for the BTS in Small and Medium Enterprise Management (GMPE).
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