Job prospects Corporate Secretary near Vancouver (BC)

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour shortage for Executive assistants near Vancouver (BC). There were more job openings than workers available to fill them in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Assessment Methodology

The employment outlook will be moderate for Executive assistants (NOC 12100) in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region for the 2023-2025 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
• Several positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
• High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
• Due to the seasonal nature of this occupation, employment opportunities tend to be more favourable during the summer months.

Here are some key facts about Executive assistants in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region:

• Approximately 3,320 people work in this occupation.
• Executive assistants mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 16%
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 16%
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 9%
  • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 8%
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 6%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology