The Perfect Presents for Government Assistants 2024: Presents for Secretaries

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Showing appreciation for your hard-working second hand is an essential component of a healthy boss-assistant relationship. When you express your gratitude for their labor, they’re more likely to care about their work (and it’s just a nice thing to do). This can be as simple as a verbal thanks at the end of a long day, or with a gift to celebrate their birthday, a major holiday or after a big team win.

The best gifts for your executive assistant, secretary or administrative professional is one that’s tailored to the occasion, their tastes and feels like a treat. Think ways to spend their day off (on your bill), such as a luxe spa day, To get your gifting juices flowing, we’ve got seven can’t-go-wrong gift ideas for assistants of all stripes.

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A Handsome Work Bag

A gift that enhances your assistant’s work life is a no-brainer. Upgrade their daily schlep with an impressive briefcase, tote or backpack.

Ferragamo Medium Leather Tote Bg

Designer devotees will happily unwrap Ferragamo’s luxe leather tote.

Tory Burch Lee Radziwill Pebbled Double Bag

A for the fashionable assistant.

The Best Gifts for Executive Assistants 2024: Gifts for Secretaries

TELFAR Medium Shopping Bag

Telfar’s cult-favorite medium shopping bag can fit a 15-inch laptop and more.

2. Luxe Stationery

For the assistant who prides themselves on productivity, loves old-fashioned paper or is working on their next screenplay, some chic stationery — from leatherbound journals and planners to e-ink tablets and custom thank-you notes — might be the thing.

Intelligent Change 3-Month Productivity Planner 2025

This three-month productivity planner also reminds them to celebrate their wins.

Smythson Evergreen Refillable Textured-Leather Diary

Smythson’s can be used to keep track of life or work happenings.

Papier Custom Timeless Note Card Set

Sentimental stationery enthusiasts (like Taylor Swift) will enjoy handwriting personalized notes with these .

A Personalized Accessory

Another idea for bosses who know their assistant’s aesthetic well, personalized jewelry, luggage or TK can be a

An Off-Duty It Bag

If you have a good grasp on your assistant’s personal style, consider a high-end handbag from a favorite designer. For the eco-conscious giftee, a gift card to an online designer consignment retailer is also a great choice.