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Secretary

 
Background
A secretary provides administrative support to managers, teams, or entire organisations. They handle tasks like scheduling meetings, managing emails, organising files, preparing documents, and keeping track of important information. Secretaries are the backbone of an office, ensuring everything runs smoothly so that other staff can focus on their main work.
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Publications
Administrative Professional TodayOffice Pro Magazine
Books
The Administrative Professional's HandbookOrganized for Success
Movies
9 to 5Working Girl
Key Figures
Sheryl SandbergSatya Nadella's Executive AssistantOprah Winfrey's former Chief of Staff
Classification
SIC Code0, 0The Standard Industry Code
Dewey Reference651.3, 658.3For looking up books in your local library
Synonyms
Administrative SecretaryExecutive SecretaryOffice SecretaryAdministrative Assistant
Last Updated: Thursday, May 7th, 2026
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