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Executive Assistant Job Description: Top Duties and Qualifications

Last updated September 4, 2026
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An executive assistant, or executive secretary, provides administrative and organizational support to senior leaders and leadership teams. In this article, we explore how to build a competitive job description for this role, featuring key duties such as managing correspondence, coordinating complex calendars and travel and preparing business documents.

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Executive assistant duties and responsibilities

Illustration of executive assistant working on laptop on benchText reads: "Sample executive assistant duties:Manage exec calendars,Prioritize and manage correspondence,Act as the point of contact between executives & others,Make travel arrangements"

Executive assistants provide administrative and project support to chief executive officers (CEOs), vice presidents (VPs) and other business leaders. They typically serve as the first point of contact for employees who want to communicate with company leaders. As administrative professionals, executive assistants may combine clerical tasks with project management and budgeting.

Common duties include:

  • Creating, editing and proofreading documents, including annual reports and presentation slides.
  • Preparing meeting materials and recording minutes to document key decisions.
  • Organizing special events, such as board meetings, company retreats, conferences and town halls.
  • Handling confidential communication and executive correspondence, including email and phone communications, with professional discretion.
  • Coordinating logistics for business trips, including booking travel and preparing itineraries.
  • Supporting leaders with business documentation, including expense reports.
  • Overseeing office operations, including inventory procurement and supervision of administrative support staff.
  • Serving as the liaison between leaders and internal or external partners.
  • Assisting with special projects by coordinating resources and tracking progress.

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Example 1

We are the owners of a Construction & Design firm looking for an in-office Executive/Personal Assistant. We have a lively, boisterous, very busy office with a great Design, Construction, and Ops team.

A little about us. We are: loyal, flexible, hardworking, friendly, and empathetic. We are a husband & wife team that values our team and our clients. We believe in education, serving our clients, team-building, and having fun.

You are: bright, helpful, organized, have a sense of humor, are a problem solver, have a sense of urgency, cheerful and confident.

Design Duties: Below is a sample - not all duties are listed

  • Managing correspondance between owners and team when owners are away
  • Putting together digital design presentations and budgets for clients
  • Communicating and scheduling clients, vendors & contractors
  • Assistance with design project installations
  • Purchasing
  • Packing and shipping of materials
  • Ordering samples
  • Errands as needed
  • Social media updates
  • Special projects as needed
  • Vendor research

Operational/Admin duties: Below is a sample - not all duties are listed

  • Owner's expense reports
  • Scheduling of meetings
  • Compliance and renewals of various licenses
  • Assisting in insurance audits
  • Assisting with pension, health, and other benefit documentation
  • General filing

Admin/Personal Duties: Below is a sample - not all duties are listed

  • Scheduling travel
  • Arranging company car maintenance
  • Arranging property repairs
  • Personal errands
  • Ensuring owner requests are carried out

Requirements

  • Ability to travel on occasion
  • Ability to go to after hours networking events
  • Valid drivers license
  • Working vehicle and insurance
  • Must pass a background check
  • Must pass a hair sample drug screening
  • US citizen or work permit

Skills Required(Please do not apply if you do not have the skills required. Candidates that do not have these skill sets will not be considered.)

  • Previous job experience as an administrative, personal or executive assistant
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Highly Proficient in MS Office. An extremely high understanding of Excel is required.
  • Associates degree or higher

Skills Preferred but not required

  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Bilingual Spanish

Please send a resume and cover letter explaining why you are a good fit for this position.

Benefits include: Nine paid holidays annually, PTO, Employer supplied Health, Dental and Vision insurance paid at 50% by employer, Quarterly bonus structure, Pension program, Up to $1000 per year continuing education.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance
Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
We follow CDC guidelines and are committed to keeping our team healthy and safe.

Education:
  • Associate (Preferred)

Experience:
  • Administrative Assistant: 5 years Location: One location

Example 2

PrePassis a Software as a Service (SaaS) and technology solutions company in the transportation industry and the leader in the trucking weigh station, toll bypass, and software space. We partner with states and transportation companies reduce traffic, fuel usage, safety risk, and pollution while increasing productivity! PrePass, with 340+ employees (and growing), has employees in 25 states.

Position Summary:

We are seeking an Executive Assistantfor our Corporate location in Phoenix, Arizona. This position reports to our Company s President. You will support the President and the Senior Leadership Team (SLT). The successful candidate will be a highly trusted, organized individual who exercises a great deal of discretion, and has exceptional interpersonal and multi-tasking skills.

What We Want You to Do:

  • Handle confidential information with sound judgement.
  • Create and maintain spreadsheets for leadership (KPI s; goals; budgets).
  • Manage Senior Leadership Team s Outlook calendars. Prioritize meeting requests while troubleshooting conflicts.
  • Play a key role in the planning and organization of company-wide events (Town Hall Meetings, offsite events).
  • Key contributor in event planning. Research event-related options (venue, location, catering) and assist with preparing budget proposals, communication pieces, and oversee event logistics (coordinate numerous vendors, entertainment).
  • Prepare conference rooms for in-person meetings - includes technology set-up and clean-up of conference rooms.
  • Prioritizes and manages multiple projects simultaneously. Follows through on issues in a timely manner.
  • Assist with compiling of information and preparing spreadsheets.
  • Assist with PowerPoint slides for various topics and events.
  • Partner with Senior Leadership Team (SLT) for various reports, data, information and requests on behalf of President.
  • Design and maintain various databases for contacts, passwords, files and materials.
  • Create and maintain re-occurring and one-off reports.
  • Take minutes during meetings and distribute meeting minutes.
  • Assist with purchasing and maintaining supplies for the office.
  • Arrange travel for Senior Leadership Team.
  • Process expense reports and submit through T&E system.
  • Oversee travel arrangements and the expense reimbursement process for visitors.
  • Special projects and tasks as assigned.

Who You Are:

  • 6 8 years of experience in an Executive Assistant role supporting senior leaders.
  • Experience using Travel & Expense software i.e., Concur.
  • Highly proficient managing senior level s Outlook calendars.
  • Advanced skills in Microsoft Suite to include Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.
  • Strong interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills.
  • Highly organized and ability to oversee multiple projects at once.
  • Works with a sense of urgency, thoroughness, while maintaining composure.

Additional Reasons this Job is Amazing

Benefits & Paid Time Off

  • Paid Vacation.
  • Paid Sick.
  • Paid Company Recognized Holidays.
  • Paid Floating Holidays.
  • Medical, Dental, Vision that start on date of hire no waiting period.
  • 4 Medical Plans to Select From (one plan option is 100% Employer-Paid for employee-only coverage).
  • 401(k) plan with strong employer match.
  • Lifestyle Spending Account employer funded.
  • Employer-paid Basic Life Insurance and AD&D, Long-Term Disability.
  • Supplemental Insurance Available.
  • Pet Discount Program.
  • Legal Discount Program.
  • Employee Discount Program.
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program.

Culture

  • Gorgeous office located in downtown Phoenix equipped with ergonomic sit/stand workstations.
  • Surround yourself with those that you can learn from and build your skills.
  • Industry-leaders, strong brand.
  • Culture that values people-first .
  • Growth opportunities.
  • Ability to work with a purpose and make an impact on our planet.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance
Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday
  • No Location: Hybrid remote in Phoenix, AZ 85004

Example 3

Job Summary

The Executive Assistant performs secretarial and administrative duties in support of Department Executive. Responsible for managing phones, mail, scheduling, filing and general office management.

Essential Functions

The essential functions listed below are general examples and not a description of comprehensive duties. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing nature or scope of this position or level of responsibility. May be asked to perform other duties as assigned.

  • Screens and directs incoming calls or visitors to the appropriate individual or department
  • Answers questions/inquiries as needed. Researches and follows up on inquiries that require more in-depth information.
  • Assists the Department Executive with scheduling appointments and maintains updates/changes calendar as needed
  • Performs varies clerical tasks utilizing knowledge of office systems and procedures. Types letters, correspondences, reports and presentations as needed
  • Posts department schedules for non-exempt employees
  • Communicates both among the organization and to the community to successfully complete administrative needs as requested
  • Opens routes and/or answers routine correspondences. Processes billing invoices and maintains accurate records as necessary.
  • Maintains office, provides day-to-day administration through phone, written and face-to-face contract with all those needed assistance from Department Executive s office
  • Maintains an efficient and organized filing system, including contracts lists, and any other pertinent information to the department director
  • Employee must perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the C-I-CARE Standards of the Hospital. C-I-CARE is the foundation of Stanford Healthcare ValleyCare s patient-experience and represents a framework for patient-centered interactions

Job Qualifications

Education

  • Associates Degree in business administration preferred or equivalent work experience.

Experience

  • Minimum of three years in administrative assistance
  • Minimum of two years as an executive administrate assistance in healthcare or related field

Licenses and Certifications

  • none

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Proven ability to work in a fast paced always changing environment
  • Strong computer skills, MS word, Excel and Power Point
  • Detail oriented with a strong attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently to meet deadlines
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong problem solving ability
  • Ability to read, write and communicate in the English language

Physical Demand and Working Conditions

The Physical Requirements and Working Conditions in which the job is typically performed are available from the Occupational Health Department. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care - ValleyCare (SHC - VC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $36.00 - $45.00 per hour

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance
Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift

Experience:
  • Microsoft Excel: 1 year (Preferred)
  • Microsoft Powerpoint: 1 year Location: One location

Example 4

North Asheville | Executive Assistant/House Manager wanted for a fun and busy family of five in North Asheville. This is a FUN job! The mom is a director of an animal rescue and dad is a CEO so there will be assistance for both of their needs. The family will have a nanny to manage the children, so there will be some team work and overlap at times in the home with the nanny.



The ideal candidate would be highly organized, have ability to be flexible across multiple tasks, balance a wide range of responsibilities, once introduced to tasks the EA should be able to manage those tasks going forward independently (ie. Not just checking off a to-do list, but proactively working with the family to take care of a range of responsibilities).



Duties could include, but not limited to: Assisting with light book keeping/paying invoices for the family and some responsibilities related to family business activities, running various errands for the family, assisting with managing family properties, various project management responsibilities, research/hiring/managing of contractors as necessary, and there could be some animal fun over at the rescue if you love animals :)



Vehicle not provided, mileage paid. May be able to use a vehicle when the nanny isn’t using it with the children.

Details:

- Schedule: Monday-Friday, 10a-4p, guaranteed 30 hours per week

- Start date: August, but happy to have someone start sooner

- Pay: $30-35 an hour

- Benefits: Guaranteed Pay, PTO, Holidays, other benefits to be determined

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 per week

Benefits:
  • Paid time off
Schedule:
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday



Ability to Relocate:
  • Asheville, NC 28804: Relocate before starting work Location: In person

Example 5

Location: St. Paul, MN - onsite

Contract, may extend.

Responsibilities:

Relieves the executive of administrative type functions in order to increase the time an executive has available for executive level responsibilities.

May handle a wide variety of situations and conflicts involving the clerical and administrative function of the office.

Responsible for confidential and time sensitive material.

Prepares routine and advanced correspondence including letters, memoranda, and reports.

Requires an associate's degree or its equivalent with at least 6 years of experience in the field or in a related area.

Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures.

Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. May direct and lead the work of others.

Typically reports to an executive. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.

Job Type: Contract

Salary: $28.00 - $32.00 per hour

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Vision insurance
Schedule:
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday



Application Question(s):
  • This is a W2 Position. Can you work on W2 terms ?

Experience:
  • Calendar management: 3 years (Preferred)
  • Microsoft Office: 3 years (Preferred)
  • Executive administrative support: 5 years (Preferred)
  • Meeting minutes: 3 years (Preferred)
  • C-Suite: 2 years Location: In person

Example 6

We are looking for an Executive Assistant to perform a variety of administrative tasks and support our company's senior-level managers. Executive Assistant's responsibilities include but are not limited to managing calendars, working on pitch decks and preparing expense reports. To be successful in this role, you should be well-organized, have great time management skills and be able to act without guidance. Ultimately, you will contribute to the efficiency of our business by providing personalized and timely support to executive members. Responsibilities
  • Act as the point of contact among executives, employees, clients and other external partners
  • Manage information flow in a timely and accurate manner
  • Manage executives' calendars and set up meetings
  • Must have strong writing and review skills, skills in PowerPoint presentation
  • Rack daily expenses and prepare weekly, monthly or quarterly reports
  • Oversee the performance of other clerical staff
  • Act as an office manager by keeping up with office supply inventory
  • Format information for internal and external communication memos, emails, presentations, reports
  • Take minutes during meetings
  • Screen and direct phone calls and distribute correspondence
  • Organize and maintain the office filing systemSkills
  • Work experience as an Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant or similar role
  • Excellent MS Office knowledge
  • Outstanding organizational and time management skills, creative and willing to take work independently
  • Familiarity with office gadgets and applications (e.g. e-calendars and copy machines)
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills
  • Discretion and confidentiality
  • Willing to work in a competitive environment
  • Preferably an undergrad degree in BADM, Marketing, FinanceJob Type: Full-timePay: $18.00 - $24.00 per hourSchedule:
  • 8 hour shiftAbility to commute/relocate:
  • Princeton, NJ 08540: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work Location: One location

Example 7

We are looking for an Executive Assistant to perform a variety of administrative tasks and support our company's senior-level managers. Executive Assistant's responsibilities include but are not limited to managing calendars, working on pitch decks and preparing expense reports. To be successful in this role, you should be well-organized, have great time management skills and be able to act without guidance. Ultimately, you will contribute to the efficiency of our business by providing personalized and timely support to executive members. Responsibilities
  • Act as the point of contact among executives, employees, clients and other external partners
  • Manage information flow in a timely and accurate manner
  • Manage executives' calendars and set up meetings
  • Must have strong writing and review skills, skills in PowerPoint presentation
  • Rack daily expenses and prepare weekly, monthly or quarterly reports
  • Oversee the performance of other clerical staff
  • Act as an office manager by keeping up with office supply inventory
  • Format information for internal and external communication memos, emails, presentations, reports
  • Take minutes during meetings
  • Screen and direct phone calls and distribute correspondence
  • Organize and maintain the office filing systemSkills
  • Work experience as an Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant or similar role
  • Excellent MS Office knowledge
  • Outstanding organizational and time management skills, creative and willing to take work independently
  • Familiarity with office gadgets and applications (e.g. e-calendars and copy machines)
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills
  • Discretion and confidentiality
  • Willing to work in a competitive environment
  • Preferably an undergrad degree in BADM, Marketing, FinanceJob Type: Full-timePay: $18.00 - $24.00 per hourSchedule:
  • 8 hour shiftAbility to commute/relocate:
  • Princeton, NJ 08540: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work Location: One location

Example 8

The Executive Assistant must be effective in planning, prioritizing and executing tasks in a timely manner. They must also exhibit skills in building & maintaining strong relationships both internally & externally. The ideal candidate is both approachable & respectful, comfortable with new technology, virtual meeting platforms and scheduling systems. Considering the culture of ownership and accountability within Yellowbird, this person should be comfortable taking the initiative when faced with administrative decisions. Responsibilities:
  • Maintains calendar and appointment scheduling and works with leader to effectively manage time.
  • May serve on special projects, committees, or act as manager or department representative.
  • Opens, distributes, reads/handles mail and emails as requested or required.
  • Maintains company birthday, and celebration schedules.
  • Maintains an up-to-date electronic and paper filing system.
  • Manage the travel budget and book all executive air travel, land transport, and accommodation as well as communicating those arrangements with a high level of detail and follow through
  • Create reports, presentations, memo/communications and/or type up meeting notes
  • Some personal errands on behalf of the Executive Team will be needed from time to timeAbout Us:Yellowbird is a team of purposeful, goal-oriented, growth-minded people who invest in real estate. Our success and growth is a direct result of our highly talented team operating in a culture of accountability and leadership. Personal growth at Yellowbird is just as important as performance within the organization; we are people who do what we say we are going to do. When you spend your days working with a team at our level, it changes the way you think about the world and creates an environment of endless possibilities.Job Type: Full-timePay: $35,000.00 - $50,000.00 per yearBenefits:
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift Supplemental Pay:
  • Bonus payAbility to commute/relocate:
  • Jacksonville, FL: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work Location: One location

Example 9

Transfinder is Growing 24 years of continuous growth. The Executive Assistant will perform a wide range of administrative and office support activities and aide the CEO in facilitating the efficient operation of the organization. What We Offer
  • Very competitive salary and benefits.
  • Team focused. Teammates and leadership are there to assist when you need help.
  • Open-door management style: we welcome feedback in all areas.
  • An entrepreneurial spirit, fast paced environment, but with a strong belief in work-life balance.
  • Themed events throughout the year, with friendly competitions and prizes!The Executive Assistant will perform a wide range of administrative and office support activities and aide the CEO in facilitating the efficient operation of the organization.Responsibilities
  • *Maintain the CEO's appointment schedule
  • by planning and scheduling business and personal meetings, conferences, teleconferences, as well as coordinating and booking travel arrangements.
  • *Assists the President/CEO with daily administrative duties
  • and completes a broad variety of administrative tasks that include completing expense reports; composing and preparing correspondence; arranging complex and detailed travel plans, itineraries and agendas and compiling documents for meetings.
  • Assists and *supports the CEO in preparing for meetings*, including preparing meeting materials, keeping track of meeting progress and follow up items, and preparing and revising correspondence and other documents, as necessary.
  • *Works closely and effectively with the CEO to keep him well informed of upcoming commitments and responsibilities, following up appropriately.
  • Serve as the primary contact for the company, greet and establish rapport with employees, clients, visitors, and all other guests entering and exiting the building.
  • Answer and direct telephone calls, and appropriately relay important information promptly, clearly, maintaining confidently as needed.
  • *Notify CEO of important dates
  • such as employee birthdays and anniversaries.
  • Manage sensitive matters with a high level of confidentiality and discretion.
  • Plan, coordinate, organize and help at various company meetings, events, and celebrations.
  • Receive and sort daily mail, filing appropriate documents accordingly.
  • Maintain inventory of the company's supplies, reordering as needed.
  • Be easily assessable for after-hour travel, scheduling, and other needs.
  • Pick up deliveriesand run errandsas needed *for the CEO for both business and personal reasons.*Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree preferred.
  • A minimum of 3 years office experience.
  • Must be proficient with Microsoft Office, Word, and Excel.
  • Highly organized and self-motivated.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Detail-oriented and good time management skills and ability to prioritize work.
  • Demonstrates ability to take initiative, anticipate needs and exercise independent/sound judgment.Transfinder's mission is to provide superior value for their clients by delivering faster, safer and smarter solutions. Transfinder has built the safest, most efficient transportation management and communication solutions designed for school districts and municipal governments, and their members. Transfinder combines its superior solutions with its award-winning service, establishing and maintaining long-term relationships with every client that is built upon respect, confidence, integrity and mutual trust. Used extensively by more than 2,000 school districts and municipalities in 47 states, Transfinder is the industry leader in several states, including Hawaii, Maryland, Massachusetts, Maine, Mississippi, New York, and Texas. The company also holds approved vendor status in Idaho and Illinois.Job Type: Full-timeBenefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • On callAbility to commute/relocate:
  • Schenectady, NY 12305: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)Experience:
  • Executive Assistant: 3 years Location: One location
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What does an executive assistant do?

Executive assistants support company leaders and teams by managing tasks that improve communication, efficiency and organization. To work effectively with leadership, they rely on strong communication skills, discretion and knowledge of organizational practices. They may gather information, clarify priorities and coordinate work across departments to support project timelines.

When working with vendors and other outside contacts, executive assistants coordinate communication or provide administrative support. For example, an executive assistant may reserve flights and hotel rooms using approved vendors for when executive leaders need to travel.

Executive assistant skills and qualifications

Strong candidates often demonstrate organizational, problem-solving and emotional intelligence skills. Creativity and adaptability are also valuable competencies that distinguish top candidates.

Other skills that may be required for the job may include:

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills to interact with executives, board members and vendors.
  • Proficiency with software used to create documents, presentation slides and spreadsheets.
  • Ability to anticipate needs and solve complex scheduling or operational challenges.
  • Excellent time-management skills to optimize executive productivity.
  • Knowledge of scheduling and calendar-management best practices.

Executive assistant experience requirements

If your company uses skills-first hiring, consider candidates who demonstrate patience, flexibility and critical-thinking skills. These transferable skills may help job seekers transition from other administrative or customer-facing roles.

You may want to emphasize these transferable skills in your executive assistant job descriptions. For example, successful candidates may also have administrative or clerical experience, such as an administrative assistant or office manager role.

Executive assistant education and training requirements

Executive assistants don’t necessarily need formal education, making this role ideal for skills-first hiring. You may want to prioritize calendar management, meeting coordination and other practical skills over degrees and certifications.

It’s possible for candidates to learn helpful software on the job or by using online resources. For example, an executive assistant may have word processing or spreadsheet skills after taking online courses.

For legal-industry roles, you may consider candidates with training in legal terminology and document preparation. NALS legal support certifications can help candidates demonstrate related knowledge.

Executive assistant salary expectations

Compensation for an executive assistant varies based on experience, company size, location and industry. Find current salary data for executive assistant roles on Indeed Salaries to help benchmark competitive pay.

Executive assistant salary expectations

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