Bloomfield & Company has been the go-to recruiting firm for top administrative talent for over 30 years due to our intimate understanding of this unique and powerful role.

No two executive or administrative assistants are the same, and in an increasingly digital, post-COVID world, each organization has been redefining the responsibilities of these professionals. That’s why our recruitment process begins with thorough interviews—each executive, organization, and position is different.

 

Common titles for administrative staff:

  • Executive assistant

  • Chief of staff

  • Director of administration

  • Chief of administration (CAO)

  • Receptionist

  • Office manager

  • Projects administrator

  • Administrative assistant

Frequently Asked Questions // Administrative Staff

  • The difference between these roles are largely determined by individual organizations; however, typically a chief of staff and an executive assistant will have more responsibilities than an administrative assistant. Chief of staff and chief administrative officer are increasingly common titles for executive assistants that also have management duties.

  • No two executive assistant roles are the same, so we customize our search to your specific needs. The job has largely moved beyond a purely administrative role—while administrative tasks are often a large portion of an executive assistant’s duties, many take on substantive projects and responsibilities, such as leading professional projects and attending meetings as a proxy for their principal. Some high-level executive assistants even have direct reports who assist with calendar management, travel arrangements, etc.

    We can work with you to decide which roles would be right for you and your organization.

  • While we are a Washington, DC-based recruitment firm, we also source for remote roles in addition to hybrid and in-person roles across the United States. Our recruitment locations often vary based on which opportunities are currently available.

  • Compensation for executive assistants and other administrative staff ranges significantly depending on factors such as experience, level of support, and location. We strive to present a range of candidates at varying compensation levels, but once we know the necessary details of an administrative position, we can provide you with real-time market data that can be useful in evaluating an appropriate compensation range.