Meaning of "executive assistant"

[Lopez]

English Idioms and Expressions, Intermediate level

ESL/EFL Test #22 "Double Speak in Job Titles", question 2

Linda got a job as an executive assistant in a Law Firm.

(a) a manager
(b) a business partner
(c) clerk
(d) secretary

English Idioms and Expressions, Intermediate level

ESL/EFL Test #22 "Double Speak in Job Titles", answer 2

Linda got a job as secretary in a Law Firm.

Correct answer: (d) secretary
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what is executive assistant?

Lopez

[Mister Micawber]

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An executive assistant is a glorified secretary, Lopez. Take a look HERE.

Definition
secretarial and administrative worker for executive: somebody employed to perform secretarial and administrative tasks for a business executive who has many responsibilities
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Canadian-American native speaker
who teaches English for a living at Mister Micawber's
ESL cafe: Interview with Mr. Micawber