A management assistant is responsible for the organization of all administrative and clerical duties within an organization. They arrange meetings and appointments, prepare important documents, update records, and write reports. Management assistants also perform basic human resources tasks such as employee shift scheduling and overseeing new-employee onboarding and training. Management assistants can work in a variety of settings including retail stores, factories and corporate settings.
Most management assistant positions require a Bachelor's degree in Business, Management or a related field, however, some corporations will consider those with a high school diploma and at least 2 years of experience in a related field. Successful management assistants possess excellent organizational skills and have an eye for details.