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As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for chief executive assistant in the United States is $82,146.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54,500.00 and $100,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Chief Executive Assistants are highly skilled professionals who provide comprehensive administrative support to top executives, such as CEOs or company presidents. Their responsibilities often include managing schedules, handling confidential correspondence, preparing reports, coordinating meetings, and sometimes overseeing other administrative staff. They play a critical role in ensuring that executive operations run smoothly and efficiently, often acting as a key point of contact between the executive and internal or external stakeholders. Due to the sensitive and demanding nature of the role, Chief Executive Assistants must possess excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

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A Chief Executive Assistant works closely with executive leadership, often serving as the primary liaison between the CEO and other departments or external stakeholders. This role requires strong communication and organizational skills to coordinate meetings, manage confidential information, and ensure that executive priorities are effectively communicated and executed across teams. The Chief Executive Assistant also frequently partners with department heads to facilitate cross-functional projects, anticipate executive needs, and streamline workflows, making them an integral part of the leadership support structure.

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To thrive as a Chief Executive Assistant, you need exceptional organizational abilities, time management skills, and a background in business administration or a related field. Proficiency with office management software, calendar systems, and document collaboration tools such as Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace is essential. Outstanding communication, discretion, and proactive problem-solving are crucial soft skills that set top performers apart. These skills ensure seamless executive support, efficient workflow management, and the maintenance of confidentiality in high-level business environments.

How much does a chief executive assistant make?

The average salary for a chief executive assistant in the United States ranges from $60,000 to $85,000 per year, depending on experience, location, and the size of the organization. Senior executive assistants with specialized skills or certifications can earn higher salaries, often exceeding $100,000 annually.

What does a chief executive assistant do?

A chief executive assistant provides high-level administrative support to senior executives by managing schedules, coordinating meetings, preparing reports, and handling correspondence. They often use tools like calendar software and require strong organizational and communication skills to ensure efficient office operations.
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Infographic showing various Chief Executive Assistant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $82,146 per year, or $39.5 per hour.

Executive Assistant To CEO

Priority VA

Fort Lauderdale, FL • On-site

$80K - $90K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Manage the CEO's complex calendar, including protecting personal time and focus.

  • Handle the CEO's inbox, including monitoring, routing, drafting responses, and flagging important items.

  • Research, plan, and coordinate domestic and international travel with full itineraries.

Job description

Our Client has built and is currently leading a successful mortgage lending and insurance company. Growing these two companies requires trust, discretion, integrity, and operational excellence. If you are an intuitive career Executive Assistant with a proven track record of supporting high-performing leaders, we want to connect with you!
What our client needs:
As the Executive Assistant to the CEO, you will own processes and logistics while keeping your leader balanced and informed by doing the following:
  • Own a complex calendar while deliberately protecting the CEO's white space, personal time, and focus
  • Manage the inbox end-to-end: monitor, route, draft or respond where appropriate, and flag what truly needs attention
  • Research and plan domestic and international travel, to include full itineraries
  • Synthesize large amounts of information into narrowed, ready-to-use recommendations
  • Handle credit cards, financial information, and executive correspondence responsibly and confidentially
  • Handle personal errands and logistics: returns, home support, and dinner-party or event assistance
  • Prepare executive meeting materials, including analytics, forecasts, and run-rate data
  • Manage special projects and initiatives as assigned by the CEO
  • Collaborate with other team members on behalf of the CEO and company initiatives

What does success look like?
You make the CEO's life better. You are a confident, high-judgment self-starter with excellent communication skills. You create order. You know when and how to inform and escalate with solutions. This CEO will be able to close their laptop on a flight because they know you have things handled. With your collaboration, everyone can work fully in their zone of genius.
Essential Skills and Abilities:
  • Previous Executive Assistant experience supporting Leaders in a fast-paced environment where variables change constantly and responsiveness and urgency are critical
  • Solutions-oriented with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
  • Strong judgment, discretion, and trustworthiness with confidential and financial information
  • Ability to work independently, anticipate needs, utilize resources, and act before being asked
  • Fluency across Microsoft Outlook, Teams, and other Windows-based tools, plus comfort using AI tools intelligently
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; error-free, polished correspondence is essential
  • Exceptional attention to detail
  • Mortgage or financial-services experience is a plus but not required; entrepreneurial backgrounds are preferred
  • Ability to travel a few times a year; Passport is required

Compensation Details:
  • Salary $80,000-$90,000
  • Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA
  • PTO
  • Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
  • 401 (k) with a discretionary company match
  • Company-paid Life Insurance
  • Discretionary, performance-based Bonuses
  • Professional Development Opportunities

The role requires at least 5 years of Executive Assistant experience.
LOCATION SPECIFICS.
This is a hybrid position in Fort Lauderdale, FL.
Priority VA actively celebrates applicants' different abilities, sexual orientation, ethnicity, faith, and gender. Everyone is welcome and supported in their development at all stages of their journey with us. At Priority VA we are dedicated to learning about each human as an individual and building a diverse, inclusive, and positive workplace. We strive to create human connections between our clients and the most qualified candidates. So if you've felt unseen or ignored in your career search previously don't worry, we're excited to meet you!

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