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Office Support - the most in-demand jobs

Office Support - the most in-demand jobs

​Most in-demand jobs: Personal Assistant (PA) and Executive Assistant (EA)

Salary range: €45,000 to €65,000

What qualifications and experience are employers seeking in personal assistant and executive assistant candidates?

Employers want personal and executive assistant candidates with a versatile skill set, including knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. However, they also value attitude and personality as much as hard skills. Soft skills like excellent customer service, reliability, and flexibility give candidates an advantage over their competition.

What kind of benefits can personal assistant and executive assistant candidates expect to receive?

Personal and executive assistant candidates can enjoy benefits such as medical insurance, employer pension plans, and annual bonuses.

What flexible or hybrid working arrangements are being offered to personal assistant and executive assistant candidates?

As we continue further into the year, a majority of executive and personal assistant roles now require their presence in the office five days a week.

Conclusion

As organisations continue to grow and expand, executive assistants and personal assistants play a vital role in ensuring the smooth functioning of daily operations. Due to the nature of their roles, EA and PA employees are needed in the office five days a week.

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