Executive Secretary Jobs in Connecticut

An Executive Secretary is an essential figure in the administrative industry who provides high-level administrative support to top executives within a company. They perform various tasks including managing schedules, organizing meetings, preparing reports, handling correspondence, and maintaining files. They play a crucial role in coordinating the daily operations of the organization and often act as a liaison between the executive and the rest of the staff. These professionals should be well-versed in corporate protocol, office management systems, and procedures. They should possess exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, and have strong time management and organizational skills.

Exemplary Executive Secretaries often hold certifications such as the Certified Administrative Professional (CAP) or the Certified Executive Administrative Professional (CEAP), which signifies their expertise and commitment to the industry. Before stepping into this role, individuals might have served in positions such as Administrative Assistant, Office Coordinator, or Personal Assistant, where they honed their administrative skills and developed a deep understanding of business procedures and processes. It is also essential for these professionals to be proficient in various software applications such as Microsoft Office Suite and certain project management tools. Their role is not only limited to administrative tasks, but they also assist in strategic planning and execution.

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Senior Administrative Coordinator

  • Middletown, CT
  • 20 hours ago
  • Middletown, CT
  • 20 hours ago

The Administrative Assistant is responsible for assisting in the day-to-day functioning of the DCMM/YAS programs in support of the Client Financial Coordinators, Housing Coordinators and the...

C- Level Executive Assistant

  • Stamford, CT
  • 2 days ago
  • Stamford, CT
  • 2 days ago

Title: Executive Assistant to the Office of the CEO Location: Stamford, CT (on-site) Job Type: Full-Time / Exempt About the Role: We are looking for a seasoned and highly trusted Executive...

Executive Assistant II

  • CT
  • 4 days ago
  • CT
  • 4 days ago

Executive Assistant II Job Description Title: Executive Assistant II Duration: 6 Months Location: CST- Remote The Admin Specialist Program is a scaled administrative team supporting core areas of...

Executive Assistant to CEO

  • Greenwich, CT
  • 4 days ago
  • Greenwich, CT
  • 4 days ago

LOCATION Greenwich, CT SALARY $110,000 - $120,000 EMPLOYMENT TYPE Direct Hire CATEGORY Administrative DIVISION Career Group Executive Assistant to CEO A global tech firm HQ in Greenwich, CT is...

Executive Assistant - Value360

  • Hartford, CT
  • 6 days ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 6 days ago

Job Description As CohnReznick grows, so do our career opportunities. As one of the nation's top Professional Services and Business Advisory firms, we foster teams in Advisory, Assurance, and Tax...

Secretarial/Clerical Date Posted: 3/3/2025 Location: Administration Building Date Available: 03/28/2025 Closing Date: Open until filled   Additional Information: Show/Hide Human Resources Executive...

Max BR: ***/hr Remote; CST only Team: Admin Specialist Program Business Title: Administrative Specialist The Admin Specialist Program is a scaled administrative team supporting core areas of admin...

Remote Work

Human Resources Executive Secretary - 12 Month Position (Year-Round Position)

  • East Hartford, CT
  • 10 days ago
  • East Hartford, CT
  • 10 days ago

Position Type: Secretarial/Clerical Date Posted: 3/3/2025 Location: Administration Building Date Available: 03/28/2025 Closing Date: Open until filled    Human Resources Executive Secretary...

Executive Assistant to Chief Executive Officer

  • Stamford, CT
  • 12 days ago
  • Stamford, CT
  • 12 days ago

Executive Assistant to Chief Executive Officer at Jackson, Grant Investment Advisers, Inc. Executive Assistant to Chief Executive Officer at Jackson, Grant Investment Advisers, Inc. in Stamford,...

Executive Assistant

  • North Haven, CT
  • 20 days ago
  • North Haven, CT
  • 20 days ago

Overview At Shawmut Design and Construction, were proud that the culture weve built as a 100% employee-owned company as we have been recognized with over 83 Best Place to Work awards. Including...

Chief of Staff / Liaison to the Board

  • Simsbury, CT
  • 22 days ago
  • Simsbury, CT
  • 22 days ago

The Chief of Staff and Liaison to the Board provides administrative/advisory support for the Office of the Head of School. The primary responsibility is to support the Head of School and the Board...

Executive Assistant

  • Greenwich, CT
  • 26 days ago
  • Greenwich, CT
  • 26 days ago

A Greenwich based private equity firm is looking for an Executive Assistant to support a Managing Partner. This is a great role for someone with a few years of administrative assistant experience,...

Executive Assistant to the Dean - Barney School of Business

  • West Hartford, CT
  • 30+ days ago
  • West Hartford, CT
  • 30+ days ago

Executive Assistant to the Dean - Barney School of Business FLSA Classification: NE Reports to: Dean Salary Range: G1 Weeks Per Year: 52 Work Week: 40 hours (minimum) Position Summary: Assumes...

Executive Assistant [Stamford]

  • Stamford, CT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Stamford, CT
  • 30+ days ago

Responsibilities We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We...

Operations Assistant

  • Derby, CT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Derby, CT
  • 30+ days ago

Job Details Job Location : CT, Derby - Derby Alternative in the Community - Derby, CT Position Type : Full-Time Education Level : High School Diploma/GED Salary Range : Undisclosed Travel...

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Salary for Executive Secretary Jobs in Connecticut

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireAdmin research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Executive Secretarys in Connecticut offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
41.3%
High School or GED
16.2%
Associate's Degree
15.7%
Master's Degree
11.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.2%
Some College
3.1%
Doctorate Degree
1.3%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Executive Secretarys in Connecticut
2-4 years
29.2%
1-2 years
28.9%
4-6 years
17.7%
6-8 years
9.7%
None
6.6%
Less than 1 year
4.6%
10+ years
3.2%


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