Best Jobs For Former Office Managers [2026]

In 2026, the landscape for office managers has evolved significantly, leading many professionals in this role to reassess their career paths. The transition to remote and hybrid work environments has altered the traditional office dynamics, prompting a shift in how office management is perceived and executed.

While educational programs for future office managers remain robust, interest in the role has waned, leaving many seeking new opportunities. This shift raises an important question:

What career paths are former office managers exploring now?

To answer this, we analyzed the resumes of former office managers, identifying the most common jobs they transitioned into after leaving the field. We focused on the top 100 roles to provide a clear picture of the evolving job market.

Best Jobs For Former OFFICE MANAGERS

While some of these roles may appeal more than others, they certainly offer intriguing opportunities for former office managers looking to pivot their careers.

Below, we present the full list of job options.

Detailed Ranking of the Most Common Jobs of Former OFFICE MANAGERS

Rank	Job Title	%
1	Administrative Assistant	4.28%
2	Customer Service Representative	2.14%
3	Executive Assistant	1.05%
4	Sales Associate	0.9%
5	Operations Manager	0.83%
6	Manager	0.8%
7	Bookkeeper	0.79%
8	Human Resources Coordinator	0.75%
9	Office Administrator	0.75%
10	Assistant Manager	0.74%
11	Office Assistant	0.73%
12	Accounts Payable Clerk	0.72%
13	Owner	0.71%
14	Billing Specialist	0.69%
15	Human Resources Manager	0.66%
16	Substitute Teacher	0.55%
17	Project Manager	0.54%
18	Store Manager	0.53%
19	Receptionist	0.52%
20	Legal Assistant	0.48%
21	Registered Nurse	0.47%
22	Account Manager	0.47%
23	Accountant	0.44%
24	Cashier	0.44%
25	General Manager	0.43%
26	Sales Representative	0.41%
27	Internship	0.4%
28	Teacher	0.39%
29	Accounting Clerk	0.38%
30	Volunteer	0.37%
31	Accounts Receivable Specialist	0.37%
32	Consultant	0.37%
33	Server	0.36%
34	Administrator	0.36%
35	Medical Assistant	0.36%
36	Property Manager	0.35%
37	Owner/operator	0.35%
38	Team Leader	0.35%
39	Supervisor	0.33%
40	Project Coordinator	0.32%
41	Staff Accountant	0.32%
42	Customer Service Trainer	0.31%
43	Business Manager	0.31%
44	Specialist	0.3%
45	Controller	0.3%
46	Program Manager	0.28%
47	Executive Administrative Assistant	0.27%
48	Accounting Manager	0.25%
49	Coordinator	0.25%
50	Assistant	0.25%
51	Certified Nursing Assistant	0.24%
52	Secretary	0.24%
53	Sales Manager	0.23%
54	Practice Manager	0.23%
55	Accounting Assistant	0.22%
56	Human Resources Assistant	0.22%
57	Case Manager	0.22%
58	Operations Director	0.21%
59	Paralegal	0.21%
60	Account Executive	0.2%
61	Human Resources Generalist	0.2%
62	Assistant Office Manager	0.2%
63	Front Desk Receptionist	0.2%
64	Associate	0.19%
65	Business Office Manager	0.18%
66	Licensed Practical Nurse	0.18%
67	Human Resource Specialist	0.18%
68	Buyer	0.18%
69	Customer Service Manager	0.17%
70	Payroll Administrator	0.17%
71	Home Health Aid	0.17%
72	Program Coordinator	0.17%
73	Clerk	0.17%
74	Realtor	0.17%
75	Administrative Coordinator	0.17%
76	Medical Receptionist	0.17%
77	Pharmacist Technician	0.17%
78	Personal Assistant	0.16%
79	Director	0.16%
80	Vice President	0.16%
81	Recruiter	0.16%
82	Owner/manager	0.16%
83	Business Analyst	0.16%
84	Marketing Coordinator	0.16%
85	Payroll Specialist	0.15%
86	Assistant Store Manager	0.15%
87	Teller	0.15%
88	Tax Preparer	0.15%
89	Teacher Assistant	0.15%
90	Administrative Support	0.14%
91	Service Representative	0.14%
92	Dispatcher	0.14%
93	Contracts Administrator	0.14%
94	Graphic Designer	0.14%
95	Marketing Director	0.14%
96	Administrative Manager	0.14%
97	Instructor	0.14%
98	Data Entry Associate	0.14%
99	Office Manager Of Human Resources	0.14%
100	Real Estate Agent	0.14%

Most Common Jobs For Former OFFICE MANAGERS

These roles not only leverage the skills typically associated with office managers but also provide stepping stones to diverse career opportunities.

How We Determined the Best Jobs of Former OFFICE MANAGERS

Our analysis drew from a database of over 7 million resumes, specifically examining those that included “office manager” in their work history. We then tracked the subsequent job titles that appeared, compiling them based on frequency to create the initial ranked list.

To identify more unique and interesting jobs, we filtered the ranked list for positions that:

Appeared in fewer than 1% of all new job postings.
Were not included in the 100 most common jobs identified in our database.

As the job market continues to evolve, so too do the opportunities for former office managers. Embracing these changes can lead to fulfilling career transitions.

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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