executive secretary
Americannoun
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a secretary with independent administrative responsibilities who assists an executive in a business firm.
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an official who directs the business operations of an organization, especially a nonprofit one.
Etymology
Origin of executive secretary
First recorded in 1945–50
Example Sentences
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Graphic designers, cashiers, bank tellers, executive secretaries and payroll clerks are among the positions most vulnerable to automation.
From Salon
Other positions expected to be cut in the coming years include postal service clerks, executive secretaries and payroll clerks.
From Salon
Astrid Schomaker, executive secretary of the UN Convention on Biological Diversity, said through such gatherings governments, NGOs and scientists could share knowledge and resources.
From BBC
“The report’s findings are stark but not surprising,” said Simon Stiell, executive secretary of UN Climate Change.
From BBC
It’s where she was promoted to a full-time job with the county and then promoted again to an executive secretary.
From Los Angeles Times
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