Increasing opportunities for self-employment, part time work and contract work. This occupation provides good career path opportunities e.g. to Financial Planner, Investment Advisor, and Senior Loans Officer. Positions are often filled internally by tellers and administrative assistants. Involves a wide range of duties and requires varied skills, including good knowledge of office software tools, organizational skills and flexibility. Above average growth due to attrition, however very competitive and automation and downsizing will affect full time employment.
Opportunities improve for persons with experience and computer literacy.
Job and Education description Salary based on training, experience and performance. Should be prepared to pursue additional training in legal theory to remain competitive. Usually legal secretaries are well paid relative to other secretaries and have stronger prospects for full time work. Work is more stressful, which leads to greater turn over. Many employers request Medical Office Assistant training, strong computer office tool skills and prefer experience.