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administrative assistant
This term serves as a professional and gender-neutral replacement for older titles such as secretary. It emphasizes the supportive and organizational nature of the role, shifting the focus from simple clerical tasks to the active assistance of a manager or executive.
In a corporate hierarchy, the term carries a neutral to positive connotation of reliability and efficiency. While the role involves routine tasks, the use of assistant implies a level of partnership and trust in managing the professional life of a superior.
Meanings
A person employed in an office to help a manager or other professional by performing clerical tasks such as scheduling appointments, managing correspondence, and organizing files.
The executive hired a new administrative assistant to handle the complex travel arrangements and daily calendar.