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Administrative Assistant

 
Background
An administrative assistant helps keep an office or organisation running smoothly by handling paperwork, managing schedules, and supporting other staff members. You might answer phones, file documents, book meetings, send emails, and keep track of important information. It's a role that requires good organisation skills and the ability to work with different people every day.
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Lessons to help you on this path
Publications
Administrative Professional TodayOffice Pro Magazine
Books
The Administrative ProfessionalGetting Things DoneCrucial Conversations
Movies
The Office9 to 5
Key Figures
Sheryl SandbergSatya NadellaIndra Nooyi
Classification
SIC Code8741, 8742The Standard Industry Code
Dewey Reference651.3, 658.3For looking up books in your local library
Synonyms
Office AdministratorAdministrative OfficerOffice AssistantClerical Assistant
Last Updated: Thursday, May 7th, 2026
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