Behind every great leader is an EA who gets things done. But success in this role depends on more than admin skills or a polished CV. This report, written by recruitment pioneer Kevin Chandler and backed by AbilityMap’s capability data, highlights the behavioural traits that consistently show up in the best Executive Assistants.
Use it to improve your job descriptions, sharpen interview questions, and assess candidates based on what actually drives performance.
What’s inside:
- 8 research-backed traits of high-performing EAs
- Behavioural indicators to watch for in interviews
- Insights from hundreds of EA job profiles
- Tips for candidates who want to stand out
- How to assess EA fit with AbilityMap’s Job Fit tool