Personal Assistant Requirements, Skills & Qualifications

The following common skills and qualifications are required of a Personal Assistant:

  • High School degree
  • PA diploma or certification would be considered an advantage
  • Previous working experience as a Personal Assistant for (x) year(s)
  • In-depth knowledge of office management systems and procedures
  • Discretion and confidentiality
  • Proactive problem solver
  • Flexibility and adaptability
  • Outstanding organizational and time management skills
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize daily workload
  • Excellent communications and interpersonal skills

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Personal Assistant skill, qualifications and experience. Job requirements for specific Personal Assistant roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.

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