Administrative assistant resume example
A good admin resume should be like the job itself: organized, precise and error-free. This example uses a clean, ATS-friendly template and spells out which software you master and what volume you handle.
Template: Classic · Fictional example: names, companies and details are made up to illustrate the format.
Tips for this resume
- 1Name the exact software (QuickBooks, SAP, NetSuite…): recruiters filter by it.
- 2Give a sense of volume: invoices per month, number of vendors or people you supported.
- 3A single-column template like Classic is the safest — many admin roles come through ATS portals.
- 4Proofread twice. In an admin role, a typo on the resume reads as a lack of care.
Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between an administrative assistant and an office clerk on a resume?
A clerk usually handles support tasks (filing, reception, scheduling), while an administrative assistant owns full processes (invoicing, vendors, accounting support). Use the title that matches what you really did.
Should I state my Excel level?
Yes, but with facts: “pivot tables, VLOOKUP, simple macros” says far more than “advanced Excel”.
Guides & tips
- How to write a resume, step by stepThe structure, what goes in each section and how to write your experience so a recruiter wants to call you.
- ATS-friendly resume: how to pass automated filtersWhat an ATS is, how it reads your resume and the format and wording changes that get it in front of a human.