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Administrative Assistant Staffing

As an experienced administrative assistant staffing agency, Hunter Recruiting helps employers hire dependable administrative support professionals through a 1.2 million-person, quiet-search network and proven recruiting process. Our administrative assistant recruiters focus on experienced talent who can step in quickly and add structure to your operations, with 98% of the professionals we place bringing at least five years of experience.

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Hire Administrative Assistants Through a Staffing Agency

Administrative roles often carry vague job descriptions but very specific expectations. Hiring managers need someone who can manage shifting priorities, master internal systems, support multiple leaders, and communicate professionally with clients. Without clear onboarding or growth paths, strong candidates leave quickly.

As a staffing agency for administrative assistants, we start with detailed intake around workflow, reporting structure, software tools, and performance standards. We use Boolean search, passive sourcing, and referrals to reach experienced professionals who are already succeeding in similar environments. Instead of sending resumes in bulk, our administrative assistant recruiter presents a focused shortlist. Most administrative assistant staffing searches close within 10–15 days, and 92% of our admin placements remain with their employer for 2+ years.

Administrative Assistant Roles We Recruit

Rooted in connection, Hunter has a strong record of placing experienced administrative professionals who support daily business operations, such as:

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  • Administrative Assistant
  • Senior Administrative Assistant
  • Executive Assistant
  • Personal Administrative Assistant
  • Front Desk Coordinator
  • Data Entry Specialist
  • Administrative Coordinator
  • Project Administrative Assistant

Hunter Makes Hiring Simple

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    Submit Talent Request

    Get in touch. Share your role requirements and hiring timeline.

     

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    Connect with Candidates

    Review a curated shortlist from an experienced administrative assistant recruiter.

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    Welcome Your New Hire

    We manage communication and support onboarding for a smooth start.

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Why Use a Staffing Agency for Administrative Assistants?

Access to experienced professionals – Includes experienced admins not actively applying on job boards.

Faster time-to-hire – Average turnaround of 10-15 days from request to placement for administrative roles.

Better retention – 92% of administrative placements stay 2+ years.

Flexible solutions – Direct hire or temporary legal admin staffing, plus additional workforce solutions.

Risk free – Guaranteed contingent search. Pay only when we deliver.

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Proven Success with Administrative Assistant Staffing

Hunter recently partnered with a growing legal firm that needed to secure administrative talent in a tight hiring market. We supported a 380+ headcount across 6 locations with targeted recruiting.

3-4

weeks time-to-hire

3-5

candidates submitted per role

 

Placed

Dozens of critical legal admins, including paralegals, legal secretaries, docket clerks, and e-billing specialists

 

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Our Solutions

Hunter delivers full-service administrative assistant staffing solutions tailored to your needs.

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    Direct Hire

    Permanent placement of experienced administrative assistants.

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    Temporary Staffing

    Contract administrative support for coverage or peak workloads.

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    Executive Search

    Targeted recruitment for senior executive support professionals.

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    Statement of Work

    Project-based administrative support tied to defined deliverables.

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    Managed Service Provider (MSP)

    Centralized management of high-volume administrative staffing programs.

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    Payrolling

    Streamline onboarding, time tracking, and compliance administration.

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Hunter Advantage

  • 1.2 million in our applicant pool
  • Over 15k placements
  • Rooted in connection
  • Based in the USA
100%

of candidates

go through Hunter’s two-step quality screening process for technical skills

38 days

Average time to fill

from the time an accounting & finance role is posted until a candidate is placed into the role.

98%

of finance & accounting placements

made by Hunter remains with their employer for 3+ years.

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Success Stories

“I’ve really appreciated Hunter’s communication style and professionalism. They are very responsive and take a team approach in tackling these positions. They have been able to uncover quite a bit of talent for us in what is a very difficult market combined with some difficult positions with which to land talent.”

Justin Cole, Recruiting Consultant, Insurance Client

“Hunter understands our company culture and values, and this feels like they are an extension of our Talent Acquisition team. They know our roles, and what we are looking for when it comes to capabilities and experience. This understanding enables them to assess talent upfront and send us candidates that are more likely to advance through our recruiting process and likely be hired.”

Kylie J., Senior Recruiter, Manufacturing Client

“Hunter has been an amazing partner to work with! They work very well working with an MSP as far as following policies and providing quality candidates. We have never had any issues with Hunter as a supplier partner. They excel in partnership, efficiency and quality of candidate submittals.”

Amy Johnson, Advisory Consultant, Manufacturing Client

“Hunter is always so responsive and a great business partner. Their pipeline is very strong and deep, with a diverse mix of candidates. Always a pleasure to work with.”

Tricia Lagorga, Talent Acquisition Manager, Pharmaceutical Client

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Administrative Assistant Staffing FAQ

How quickly can you fill an administrative assistant role?

Most administrative assistant staffing searches close within 10–15 days, depending on complexity and location. We present qualified candidates within days of intake. Our recruiters focus on professionals with proven experience in calendar management, reporting, customer support, and internal systems proficiency to reduce interview cycles.

How do you evaluate administrative assistant candidates beyond a resume?

We assess each candidate’s proficiency in role-specific technical skills such as Microsoft 365, scheduling software, data entry, and reporting. We also evaluate communication style, organization habits, and the ability to prioritize competing demands. Reference checks validate reliability, professionalism, and tenure in prior roles.

What makes administrative assistant hiring difficult right now?

The role requires a broad skill set, yet compensation and job scope often do not align. Many experienced administrative professionals are already employed and selective about culture, leadership style, and growth opportunity. A specialized administrative assistant recruitment agency can reach passive candidates and align expectations early.

Can you support personal administrative assistant staffing for executives?

Yes. We recruit personal and executive-level administrative assistants who handle confidential information, travel coordination, board materials, and direct executive support. These searches require discretion, strong judgment, and proven experience supporting senior leadership.

How does a staffing agency improve retention in administrative roles?

Retention improves when the job scope, systems, compensation, and management style align with candidate expectations. Our recruiters conduct detailed intake conversations and transparent candidate briefings. With structured vetting and onboarding support, 92% of our administrative placements remain with their employer for at least two years.

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