Personal Assistant Test

When looking to fill a personal assistant position, it's important to make sure that the candidate has the skills necessary to do the job. A personal assistant skills test can help ensure that the candidate is a good fit for the position.

  • What is a personal assistant skills test?

    A personal assistant skills test is a pre-employment assessment that is designed to ask the right questions of candidates who have applied for a role as a personal assistant.

    The personal assistant role needs to be filled by someone who has the right qualifications, experience, skills, and competencies - and it can be difficult to find which candidate has what it takes to be successful.

    The test is a simple online assessment that can be administered to a large number of candidates at the same time. Each candidate completes the assessment at home and in their own time, and the results of the assessment can be used to narrow down an unwieldy talent pool to only the candidates who can demonstrate the right level of job-related knowledge and specific skills.

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  1. What is a personal assistant skills test?
  2. What are the benefits of using the personal assistant skills test for pre-screening?
  3. How our test measures personal assistant skills
  4. Personal Assistant Test FAQs

Identify the best candidates and hire faster

Our pre-employment tests let you drill down to the best candidates at the click of a button.

  • Find those candidates who will excel in the role.

    Select the assessments that match the skills or behaviours for the position. You can test for software or coding competency, soft skills like teamwork, or personality traits, to be sure those who pass have high potential.

  • Reduce costs and time.

    No more laborious sifting of resumes or cover letters. Pick your ideal assessment mix, invite your applicants to take them, see the results in your dashboard. Get to the interview stage fast.

  • Eliminate bias.

    All your candidates take the assessments on a level playing field. Only their results determine whether they get shortlisted.

  • What are the benefits of using the personal assistant skills test for pre-screening?

    A personal assistant is responsible for providing extensive assistance, usually to executives and business owners. This assistance is designed to help individuals to complete their daily business (and sometimes personal) obligations and responsibilities.

    While there are not many specific qualifications for a personal assistant role, you will be able to identify which candidates have the right amount of experience for the advertised job from their application form or CV - but you might find it difficult to ascertain whether the candidates have the right skills, competencies, and aptitudes that are needed.

    Personal assistants need to have great attention to detail and excellent organizational skills, as well as the ability to multitask and prioritize. A personal assistant needs to be able to manage calendars and people efficiently with excellent communication - and with the personal assistant test, recruiters can see exactly what level of skill a candidate has.

    Each applicant answers the same questions, so they have the same opportunities to demonstrate their capabilities. This means that the results of the assessment can be considered as objective and unbiased data to help decide which applicants should be taken further into the recruitment process. High scorers have shown that they have the right skills and aptitude to be successful as a personal assistant.

    The personal assistant test is also suitable for assessing candidates for a role as an executive assistant or a secretary.

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How our test measures personal assistant skills

Test questions are designed to assess industry-specific technical skills, soft skills, aptitude and suitable personality dimensions. Our data-driven approach provides results that enable you to determine how suited is a candidate for the role.

Depending on the type of question, the format of the test may vary. Multiple-choice questions are used to measure aptitude, technical skills and soft skills, while agreement on a Likert scale assesses suitable personality dimensions. Skills tests ensure that candidates are being evaluated in a precise and impartial manner, their results demonstrating the true knowledge and potential of each test taker.

The characteristics required to be a personal assistant were determined by looking at the skills and abilities listed in the US Department of Labor’s O*NET database, which collects data from professionals in various fields.

O*NET is the largest database of its kind, providing detailed information about occupations and the requirements for each role.

Our team of I/O psychologists and psychometrics worked closely with subject-matter experts to create an extensive question bank that can be used to test multiple candidates. We also conducted rigorous field testing with a representative sample of candidates to ensure that the questions were reliable and valid.

Test scores are averaged together to give an overall score. The average score is compared to other candidates' scores to ensure there is no bias toward certain candidates.

Our personal assistant test is constantly updated and optimized to ensure the best experience and results.

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Predictor of job success

Picked provides evidence-based recommendations for tests to use for over 750 jobs. Our recommendation engine leverages data from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) developed by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).

  • Assessments

    A full suite of assessments

    Our platform comes with 12 tests across both foundation and advanced levels so they’re suitable for everyone. Including aptitude, behavioural and personality tests, you’ll have a full range of tests to help you find the candidates you’re seeking.

  • Analytics

    An array of candidate metrics

    For each of your candidates, you’ll be given a comprehensive report. Included will be all the metrics you need to build a detailed picture of each candidate and ensure you’re making the right hiring decisions.

“The platform is so simple to use. I had used competitor providers for over six years and will never go back. Fast, efficient and friendly!”
Greg Chambers, HR Business Partner, Littlefish Ltd
Greg Chambers, HR Business Partner, Littlefish Ltd

Personal Assistant Test FAQs

What soft skills should I look for when hiring a personal assistant?

A personal assistant should have excellent time management and organization skills as well as a good eye for detail. You should also look for leadership and teamwork skills, as well as outstanding communication skills.

What should I ask a personal assistant during an interview?

During an interview, you might want to ask some questions that show how well a personal assistant will cope under pressure. You should ask competency-based questions such as: “Describe a time when you have had to deal with multiple deadlines and how you have prioritized your tasks”. You might also want to ask questions about their previous experience in supporting an individual with everyday work tasks.

Can I see what the test is like?

Yes, of course. You can try the test for free by signing up for a free trial.

Are these tests available in my plan?

We have a range of plans available. The difference between the plans is the number of test attempts permitted, not the type of tests. All our plans include our full test suite comprising all tests and all levels.

“An unbeatable service, impressive platform and fantastic value for money.”
Laurence Fishman, Partner, NLPCA
Laurence Fishman, Partner, NLPCA

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