secretarial assistant
Definition
Noun: A person employed to provide administrative support, specifically by managing correspondence and performing clerical tasks for a supervisor, manager, or an entire organization.
Usage
This term refers to a specific type of office support role. The core duties involve handling written and electronic communication (correspondence) and general clerical work. * She worked as a secretarial assistant for the legal department. * The manager hired a new secretarial assistant to manage the office schedule and client emails.
Advanced Usage
- The role is often foundational in administrative career paths.
- While "secretary" is a common synonym, "secretarial assistant" can sometimes imply a slightly more entry-level or supportive position within a secretarial/administrative team.
Variants and Related Words
- Secretary (n): A person employed to handle correspondence, manage schedules, and perform administrative tasks. This is a very close synonym and often used interchangeably.
- Administrative Assistant (n): A modern and commonly used title for a similar role, often with a broader scope that may include project coordination and database management.
Synonyms
- Clerk
- Office Assistant
- Administrative Support Specialist
Related Phrases
- To provide secretarial support: To perform the duties of a secretarial assistant.
- Her primary role is to provide secretarial support to the executive team.
Noun
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an assistant who handles correspondence and clerical work for a boss or an organization
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