personal assistant (PA) performs a variety of tasks to support a manager or executive including administrative organizational and communication duties:
Administrative tasks
Manage the managers calendar book meetings arrange travel and take notes at meetings. PAs also handle correspondence including emails phone calls and faxes.
Organizational tasks
Manage the managers diaries and schedules and organize events and conferences. PAs also maintain office systems including data management and filing.
Communication tasks
Act as the managers first point of contact and liaise with clients suppliers and other staff. PAs also handle messages and correspondence on behalf of the manager.
Other tasks
Prepare reports presentations and briefs. PAs may also run errands such as shopping for groceries or picking up dry cleaning.
Financial tasks
Oversee personal finances including bill payments budgeting and liaising with accountants or financial advisors.
PAs should be proficient with digital tools such as productivity software email platforms and social media. They should also be able to work independently and take responsibility for their work.
meeting with clients virtually or during sales visits. demonstrating and presenting products. establishing new business. maintaining accurate records. attending trade exhibitions, conferences and meetings. reviewing sales performance. negotiating contracts and packages.
Education
Graduation