business assistantsPart-Time Administrative Assistant Services in LA & NYC
Hire a Part-Time Administrative Assistant for Private Individuals & Busy Professionals
The Middle places part-time administrative assistants.
We work with busy professionals & private business owners rather than corporations. Our assistants are not looking for full-time, salaried positions, or to report daily to an office.
What is an administrative assistant?
An administrative assistant is someone who supports business operations by managing clerical tasks, paperwork, and schedules. The middle’s admin assistants support any scale business, as well as life admin!
What’s the difference between a personal assistant and an administrative assistant?
A personal assistant manages tasks that support an individual’s busy personal life and household, whereas an administrative assistant focuses on tasks that support an individual’s professional life and business. Traditional administrative assistants may report to an office and work a formal “9-5”, whereas our assistants work on a part-time, flexible basis. They may handle your tasks either remotely from their home or occasionally report to your home or home office as needed.
Personal assistants at The Middle are also skilled administrators and are flexible and adaptable to handle both personal and business-related tasks.
Job Duties of an Administrative Assistant
Administrative assistants handle routine duties that keep your business running smoothly.
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Scheduling appointments
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Coordinating meetings
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Event planning
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Coordinating travel arrangements
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Paying bills
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Customer service-related email drafting/correspondence
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Creating and editing documents, templates, or decks
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Database management
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Sorting and organizing physical or digital files
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Making online purchases
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Managing registrations
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Setting up systems
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Data entry
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Creating spreadsheets
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Online research
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Facilitating processes specific to your business
Our personal assistants can handle virtual and in-person administrative duties.
How do I hire a good administrative assistant?
The Middle matches you with skilled part-time administrative assistant candidates in the Los Angeles area, including Santa Monica, Culver City, Hollywood, and DTLA, as well as in New York City, including Brooklyn and the Bronx.
Reasons to Hire a Part-Time Administrative Assistant
Hiring a part-time administrative assistant adds additional support to grow your business by:
Saving you time by managing time-consuming routine tasks
Increasing your productivity because when you aren’t consumed with busywork, you can focus on bigger-picture projects
Keeping you organized
Adapting to your schedule
Scheduling appointments, meetings, or event planning
Providing logistical support and coordinating moving pieces
Reducing your stress and improving your work/life balance
How many hours can a part-time administrative assistant work?
Our part-time administrative assistants are available up to 25 hrs/wk. We do not place full-time administrative assistants.
What type of professionals typically hire administrative assistants?
Clients of The Middle who look are looking for part-time administrative support include:
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Consultants
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Tech Founders
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Marketing Experts
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Private Practice Owners
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Real Estate Professionals
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Entrepreneurs
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Creative Executives
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Branding Firm Owners
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Interior Designers
Cost of Hiring an Administrative Assistant
Traditional employment agencies charge a 10-20% commission fee on a candidate’s salary. Other job boards and marketplaces can charge hundreds of dollars to keep your job ad up for as long as it takes to find the right applicant (and then leave you to do all the reviewing of resumes!). We do things differently.
We are happy to provide you with candidates who match your job description free of charge. If you would like to interview any of your matches, we charge a non-refundable $100 interview fee to schedule and coordinate virtual interviews at your convenience with up to 5 candidates. If you would like to hire a candidate, we charge a one-time placement fee of $445. You pay your new part-time admin assistant their hourly wages directly.
Unlike candidates on traditional job boards and marketplaces, our administrative assistants are not looking for full-time positions with an annual salary. Our part-time administrative assistants charge hourly rates between $25-$35, depending on experience.
What kind of admin skills do administrative assistants from The Middle have?
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Proficiency in basic programs like MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Suite, and Google Calendar. Familiarity with programs such as Notion, Canva, Airtable, Zoom, Outlook, or Trello. Comfortability using all technology including Mac, PC, iPhone, and Android, and learning new tools as needed.
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The ability to adapt to changing priorities and handle unexpected needs with ease.
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Many of our administrative assistants have an ‘aesthetic eye’ to help with presentations, decks, or other marketing materials.
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An administrative assistant should have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
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The ability to manage multiple tasks and keep things running smoothly.
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Skilled at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
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Experience with relevant administrative tasks, like managing calendars, scheduling appointments, handling emails, and organizing files.
Does The Middle offer both in-person and remote administrative assistants?
Yes! Our administrative assistants will be based in your city (Los Angeles or NYC) regardless of whether or not you work with them in person or remotely.
How soon can an administrative assistant from The Middle start working for me?
We aim to send you candidate matches within 1 week of receiving your Client Questionnaire, but please allow up to 2 weeks. Interviews are scheduled by us at your convenience, and as soon as you select your favorite candidate to hire post-interview, we will connect you with them directly to get started. Our process is designed to be seamless, efficient, and with very little administration needed from you!
