A secretary is the organizational backbone of a company. Her main duties include the administration of appointments, the processing of correspondence, the preparation of documents and the support of executives in administrative matters. She also plays an important role in communication within the company and with external partners.
In Germany, the average annual salary of a secretary is 35,700 euros, so the monthly salary is about 2,975 euros, the salary range is between 30,100 euros and 42,000 euros per year. Most secretaries earn between 30,000 euros and 40,000 euros annually. The average gross monthly income is 2,400 euros for a 38-hour week.
An activity as a secretary usually requires a commercial training, such as an apprenticeship as a clerk or clerk. Additional qualifications or specific further training in office organisation or management can be beneficial.
There are many career opportunities as a secretary, many secretaries rise to senior positions, such as team assistant or office manager, and there is also the opportunity to develop into specialized areas, such as project management or human resources management.
