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Robert Half

Executive Assistant

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An Executive Assistant provides skilled administrative support for a company executive or professional staff at an organization. Schedules meetings, calls and travel, manages correspondence, handles outside information requests and staff communications; may assist with preparing presentations.

$78,027 / year median in Washington, D.C. (District of Columbia)

-8% projected decline

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Job Description

Description We are looking for an Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative support in Washington, District of Columbia. This Contract position will play a key role in keeping executive priorities organized, ensuring schedules run smoothly, and coordinating business travel and meetings with precision. The ideal candidate is proactive, organized, and comfortable managing multiple moving parts in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
  • Manage complex executive calendars, balancing shifting priorities and scheduling needs across internal and external stakeholders.
  • Arrange domestic and international travel plans, including itineraries, reservations, and related logistics.
  • Coordinate meeting schedules for leadership, ensuring materials, timing, and attendee details are aligned in advance.
  • Support executives with day-to-day administrative tasks that improve organization and efficiency.
  • Monitor schedule changes and respond quickly to conflicts, updates, and urgent requests.
  • Prepare and maintain accurate travel and meeting details to help leadership stay informed and on track. Requirements
  • Experience providing administrative support to senior leaders or executives.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage calendars with a high level of accuracy and discretion.
  • Background coordinating travel arrangements, including booking and itinerary management.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities at once.
  • Effective communication skills when working with executives, colleagues, and external contacts.
  • Proficiency in supporting executive meetings and related scheduling activities.
TalentMatch® Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .

Benefits

  • 401(k) Plans
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance