Personal Assistant Duties & Responsibilities

The role and function of a Personal Assistant includes the following duties and responsibilities:

Act as the point of contact between the manager and internal/external clients
Screen and direct phone calls and distribute correspondence
Extensively manage e-mails including checking incoming/outgoing emails and following up as necessary
Respond accurately to internal and external information requests
Schedule and coordinate appointments and meetings
Source office supplies
Prepare reports and documentation for meetings and appointments
Devise and maintain office filing system
Organize travel arrangements, booking flights, accommodation, trains and taxis
Take dictation and minutes
Create and reformat effective presentations and documentation
Assist with other ad-hoc administrative and project requirements as needed

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Personal Assistant duties and responsibilities. Job functions for specific Personal Assistant roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.

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