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Can AI do the work of a Executive assistant?
Today an AI can already handle the first pass: repeat tickets, stock emails, a simple reset. The odd case, the angry customer, and fraud still need a person.
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IS WORK OVER?
Executive assistant
34%
AI or a robot can already do 34% of this job.
#19 / 103
View rankingExecutive assistant
Where the time goes
Score = Σ (weight × saving). Weight is our estimate from frequency, not a time share published by O*NET. Saving is separate.
Weights are our estimate from O*NET frequency (FT). O*NET does not publish % of the week.
| Task | Share | AI | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
Answer phone calls and direct calls to appropriate parties or take messages.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 13% | 28% | +3.6 |
Manage and maintain executives' schedules.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
Open, sort, and distribute incoming correspondence, including faxes and email.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 9% | 55% | +5 |
Perform general office duties, such as ordering supplies, maintaining records management database systems, and performing basic bookkeeping work.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 9% | 55% | +5 |
Prepare invoices, reports, memos, letters, financial statements, and other documents, using word processing, spreadsheet, database, or presentation software.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 22% | +1.5 |
Prepare responses to correspondence containing routine inquiries.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Coordinate and direct office services, such as records, departmental finances, budget preparation, personnel issues, and housekeeping, to aid executives.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 55% | +3.9 |
Greet visitors and determine whether they should be given access to specific individuals.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 31% | 28% | +8.7 |
| Total | 100% | 35% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- company policies
- translate keywords into full texts
- perform business research
- use spreadsheets software
- coordinate events
- organise travel arrangements for staff
- use different communication channels
- process commissioned instructions
- manage office facility systems
- use office systems
Sources for this job· O*NET 43-6011.00· ESCO/ISCO 3343
IS WORK OVER?
Plumber
28%↑
#60 / 103
View rankingPlumber
Where the time goes
Score = Σ (weight × saving). Weight is our estimate from frequency, not a time share published by O*NET. Saving is separate.
Weights are our estimate from O*NET frequency (FT). O*NET does not publish % of the week.
| Task | Share | AI | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
Cut, thread, or hammer pipes to specifications, using tools such as saws, cutting torches, pipe threaders, or pipe benders.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Locate and mark the position of pipe installations, connections, passage holes, or fixtures in structures, using measuring instruments such as rulers or levels.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Direct helpers engaged in pipe cutting, preassembly, or installation of plumbing systems or components.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Select pipe sizes, types, or related materials, such as supports, hangers, or hydraulic cylinders, according to specifications.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Lay out full scale drawings of pipe systems, supports, or related equipment, according to blueprints.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Assemble pipe sections, tubing, or fittings, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering, brazing, or welding equipment.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Attach pipes to walls, structures, or fixtures, such as radiators or tanks, using brackets, clamps, tools, or welding equipment.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Install pipe assemblies, fittings, valves, appliances such as dishwashers or water heaters, or fixtures such as sinks or toilets, using hand or power tools.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 53% | 28% | +14.8 |
| Total | 100% | 28% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- pipes
- blockages
- solder copper
- sanitary ware
- plumbing tools
- types of piping
- replace faucets
- work ergonomically
- prepare copper pipes for use as gas lines
- snap chalk line
Sources for this job· O*NET 47-2152.00· ESCO/ISCO 7126