Best Jobs For Former Administrative Assistants [2026]

In 2026, former administrative assistants are navigating a rapidly evolving job market. With the rise of automation and remote work, many are reassessing their career paths, leading to a notable shift in their professional journeys.

While academic interest in administrative roles remains stable, there’s a growing trend of individuals seeking new opportunities outside traditional administrative positions. This raises the question:

What career paths are these former administrative assistants pursuing?

To find out, we analyzed the resumes of many former administrative assistants, identifying the most common jobs they transitioned into. From our research, we focused on the top 100 roles that emerged from this data.

Given the interesting findings, we have highlighted some of the most notable career options available to former administrative assistants.

Best Jobs For Former Administrative Assistants

While some of these career options may seem more appealing than others, they all represent viable paths for those looking to leverage their administrative skills in new ways.

For a comprehensive view of these roles, please see the full list below.

Detailed Ranking of the Most Common Jobs of Former Administrative Assistants

Rank	Job Title	%
1	Customer Service Representative	3.01%
2	Office Manager	2.61%
3	Executive Assistant	1.87%
4	Sales Associate	1.46%
5	Office Assistant	1.07%
6	Receptionist	0.83%
7	Internship	0.76%
8	Human Resources Coordinator	0.76%
9	Cashier	0.73%
10	Assistant Manager	0.66%
11	Substitute Teacher	0.66%
12	Legal Assistant	0.64%
13	Server	0.57%
14	Office Administrator	0.56%
15	Accounts Payable Clerk	0.53%
16	Manager	0.52%
17	Executive Administrative Assistant	0.51%
18	Teacher	0.51%
19	Volunteer	0.51%
20	Billing Specialist	0.48%
21	Human Resources Assistant	0.47%
22	Senior Administrative Assistant	0.46%
23	Coordinator	0.4%
24	Administrator	0.4%
25	Project Coordinator	0.39%
26	Medical Assistant	0.39%
27	Secretary	0.36%
28	Administrative Coordinator	0.36%
29	Sales Representative	0.34%
30	Customer Service Trainer	0.34%
31	Operations Manager	0.34%
32	Project Manager	0.32%
33	Account Manager	0.31%
34	Assistant	0.31%
35	Specialist	0.3%
36	Owner	0.3%
37	Human Resources Manager	0.28%
38	Team Leader	0.27%
39	Certified Nursing Assistant	0.27%
40	Associate	0.27%
41	Supervisor	0.27%
42	Accounting Clerk	0.26%
43	Store Manager	0.26%
44	Case Manager	0.25%
45	Paralegal	0.25%
46	Clerk	0.25%
47	Program Coordinator	0.25%
48	Administrative Specialist	0.25%
49	Data Entry Clerk	0.25%
50	Bookkeeper	0.24%
51	Research Assistant	0.24%
52	Accounting Assistant	0.24%
53	Data Entry Associate	0.24%
54	Accounts Receivable Specialist	0.24%
55	Teacher Assistant	0.22%
56	Front Desk Receptionist	0.22%
57	Registered Nurse	0.22%
58	Assistant Office Manager	0.22%
59	Program Manager	0.22%
60	Customer Service Associate	0.22%
61	Marketing Coordinator	0.21%
62	Teller	0.21%
63	Program Assistant	0.21%
64	Home Health Aid	0.21%
65	Pharmacist Technician	0.2%
66	Administrative Support	0.2%
67	Marketing Assistant	0.2%
68	Consultant	0.19%
69	Customer Service Specialist	0.19%
70	Data Analyst	0.19%
71	Human Resource Specialist	0.19%
72	Personal Assistant	0.19%
73	Legal Secretary	0.18%
74	Recruiter	0.18%
75	Medical Receptionist	0.18%
76	Service Representative	0.18%
77	Graphic Designer	0.18%
78	Accountant	0.17%
79	Buyer	0.17%
80	Account Executive	0.17%
81	Human Resources Generalist	0.17%
82	Analyst	0.17%
83	Security Officer	0.16%
84	Property Manager	0.16%
85	Operations Specialist	0.16%
86	Medical Records Clerk	0.16%
87	Support Specialist	0.16%
88	Service Coordinator	0.15%
89	General Manager	0.15%
90	Recruiting Coordinator	0.15%
91	Owner/operator	0.15%
92	Preschool Teacher	0.15%
93	Human Resources Administrative Assistant	0.14%
94	Business Analyst	0.14%
95	Unit Secretary	0.14%
96	Sales Assistant	0.14%
97	Sales Manager	0.13%
98	Assistant Director	0.13%
99	Technician	0.13%
100	Operations Coordinator	0.12%

Most Common Jobs For Former Administrative Assistants

These roles are not only viable options for those transitioning from administrative positions, but they also utilize skills developed in the administrative field. Each job represents a step towards further career advancement or a shift into a new domain.

How We Determined the Best Jobs for Former Administrative Assistants

Using data from our extensive database of over 7 million resumes, we examined the work histories of individuals who previously held the title of administrative assistant. We then tracked which positions they entered next, ranking them by frequency.

To curate our list of the most interesting career options, we specifically looked for roles that:

Appeared in fewer than 1% of all new job listings
Were not part of the top 100 most common jobs identified in our database

As the job market continues to evolve, former administrative assistants have a wealth of opportunities at their fingertips. By leveraging their skills and experience, they can successfully transition into rewarding new roles that align with their career aspirations.

Author

Chris Kolmar

Chris Kolmar is a co-founder of Zippia and the editor-in-chief of the Zippia career advice blog. He has hired over 50 people in his career, been hired five times, and wants to help you land your next job. His research has been featured on the New York Times, Thrillist, VOX, The Atlantic, and a host of local news. More recently, he's been quoted on USA Today, BusinessInsider, and CNBC.

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