Hire for the work, not just the title
Administrative roles differ by organization and leadership team. The initial conversation establishes who the position supports, the daily responsibilities, the working arrangement and the criteria interviewers will use to assess candidates.
Support through the hiring process
Our direct-hire service covers sourcing, screening and candidate presentation, followed by interview coordination, offer guidance and onboarding follow-up. The process is built around the employer’s requirements and the candidate’s relevant experience.
Permanent hire or another engagement model?
Use the initial discussion to explain whether the need is ongoing or a capacity gap. My Blue Sky Talent also offers contract, contract-to-hire and temporary staffing; the appropriate engagement can be discussed before proceeding.
Administrative direct-hire questions
How should we define an executive assistant or administrative role?
Start with the work: whom the person supports, recurring responsibilities, communication needs, working arrangement and the decisions they may make. A familiar job title can hide very different expectations.
What should interviewers evaluate?
Ask consistent, role-relevant questions about prioritization, communication and handling competing requests. Use a realistic work discussion without asking applicants to disclose confidential information from a previous employer. Evaluate evidence against agreed requirements.
Discuss an administrative hire
Start with a conversation about the role and your hiring needs.