Screen PA/EA CVs with AI - Faster, Smarter, Fairer
Klearskill's AI identifies the seniority tier of supported executives (board-level vs C-suite vs senior management), detects diary complexity signals (multiple stakeholders, international coordination), flags international/multi-timezone experience, and scans for confidentiality indicators. Match support capability to your executive needs instantly. Screen 10,000 CVs monthly at flat rate.
Every Pa Ea CV, scored and explained
Klearskill turns a pile of look-alike applications into a ranked shortlist with a transparent score and reasoning for each candidate - so you know exactly why someone made the cut.
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Hire trusted executive support leaders 92% faster by screening PAs/EAs for executive seniority, diary complexity, and discretion.
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Collect applications
Share one application link or sync your ATS. Every CV lands in Klearskill and screening starts instantly.
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Candidates are scored against your requirements with clear, explainable insights - not a black box.
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Review a ranked shortlist with the strongest matches surfaced first, then move them straight to interview.
Manual screening vs Klearskill
- Hours lost reading near-identical CVs line by line
- Strong candidates buried at the bottom of the pile
- Inconsistent judgement between reviewers
- Best applicants accept other offers before you reply
- Every CV scored against your criteria in seconds
- Strongest matches ranked and surfaced first
- Consistent, explainable scoring on every applicant
- Shortlist ready in minutes so you reach out first
What a strong Pa Ea CV must show
Executive Seniority Level Clarity
Clear indication of which executive(s) were supported and their seniority: CEO, CFO, Board Chair, COO, or senior leadership team. Not inflated 'senior management' without titles. Klearskill check: Identifies specific executive roles ('supported CEO and CFO', 'PA to Chief Financial Officer', 'EA to Board Chair and 2 Board Members'). Flags vague 'senior executive' without titles.
Diary Management Complexity
Evidence of managing complex schedules: multiple stakeholder coordination, conflicting priorities, high meeting volume, or strategic scheduling decisions. Klearskill check: Detects complexity signals ('managed diaries for 4 board members with 200+ monthly meetings', 'coordinated executive schedules across competing stakeholder demands', 'managed 50+ weekly meetings with strategic sequencing').
International Travel or Multi-timezone Coordination
Experience managing global travel, coordinating across time zones, supporting international operations, or arranging complex multi-location logistics. Klearskill check: Identifies international indicators ('coordinated travel across 8 countries', 'managed executive diaries across EMEA and APAC time zones', 'arranged quarterly board meetings across 3 continents').
Discretion and Confidentiality Signals
Evidence of handling sensitive information, strategic access decisions, or confidential project support. Subtle indicators: 'worked on sensitive board matters', 'managed restricted access'. Klearskill check: Scans for discretion language ('handled highly confidential executive decisions', 'managed access to restricted board information', 'supported C-suite during sensitive M&A discussions').
Stakeholder Management and Relationship Building
Evidence of managing relationships across hierarchy, internal and external stakeholders, or executive relationship maintenance. Klearskill check: Identifies relationship signals ('coordinated communication across 50+ internal stakeholders', 'maintained relationships with key external partners', 'served as communication hub for executive team').
Proactive Problem Solving and Anticipation
Examples of identifying and solving issues before executives awareness, suggesting strategic thinking and initiative. Klearskill check: Detects proactive language ('anticipated executive needs', 'identified scheduling conflicts and resolved', 'proactively managed executive priorities').
Years Supporting Executive Level
Demonstrated consistency supporting senior leadership. Minimum 2 years in PA/EA role, preferably with executive support career progression.
Signals that set candidates apart
Board or C-suite Environment Experience
Prior exposure to board governance, C-suite operations, or enterprise-level executive support structures.
Executive Travel Coordination Expertise
Proven ability to arrange complex travel, manage logistics, handle visa requirements, or coordinate ground support internationally.
Project or Initiative Support
Experience supporting major projects, strategic initiatives, or transformations as executive PA, showing capability beyond routine tasks.
Meeting Preparation and Documentation
Evidence of preparing board papers, meeting minutes, strategic documents, or high-level presentations with executive standards.
Office or Facilities Coordination
Overlap experience with office management, facilities coordination, or vendor management supporting executive needs.
What Klearskill flags to watch for
Vague or Inflated Executive Claims
Claims of supporting 'senior executives' without naming roles or companies. CEO claims without context deserves scepticism.
Routine Administrative Focus
CV describes only scheduling, email management, or basic administration with no complex problem-solving or relationship management.
No Evidence of International or Multi-timezone Experience
For roles requiring global support, CV shows no international travel, time zone coordination, or global stakeholder management.
Frequent Executive Turnover
Pattern of changing executives annually or staying only 6-12 months with each, suggesting poor fit or executive instability.
Lack of Confidentiality or Discretion Indicators
CV makes no mention of handling sensitive information, strategic access, or confidential matters; suggests routine support role.
Short Tenure in PA/EA Role
Multiple short-tenure PA roles (under 18 months) suggesting struggle with executive demands or relationship building.
Built to screen Pa Eas at scale
Role-specific scoring
Set the exact skills, seniority and qualifications that matter, and every applicant is judged against your bar.
Explainable results
See the reasoning behind every score, so you can trust the ranking and defend your shortlist with confidence.
Instant throughput
Score thousands of CVs as they arrive - no backlog, no recruiter bottleneck, no qualified candidate missed.
Bias-aware screening
Consistent, criteria-based evaluation helps you focus on evidence and reduce unconscious bias in the first cut.
Klearskill turned a week of Pa Ea CV screening into an afternoon. We interview better candidates, faster, and the whole team trusts the shortlist.
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Pa Ea screening questions
How can we verify the seniority of executives a PA/EA has supported?
Klearskill identifies specific executive titles and company context. Strong signals: 'PA to FTSE 100 CEO', 'supported 4-person board including CFO and COO', or 'EA to private equity managing partner'. Vague claims ('senior executives', 'C-suite leaders') without specific roles deserve caution. References and background checks will validate; CVs should state executives' titles and company scale clearly.
What signals genuine diary complexity versus routine scheduling?
Genuine complexity includes: managing multiple executive diaries with conflicting priorities, strategic meeting sequencing, international time zone coordination, or high-volume scheduling (100+ monthly meetings). Simple scheduling shows meeting count only ('managed 30 meetings per week') without complexity indicators. Klearskill flags language suggesting active problem-solving ('resolved diary conflicts between competing stakeholders', 'optimised executive travel efficiency') versus passive scheduling ('organised meetings').
Why is international travel and multi-timezone experience important for PA/EA roles?
International experience shows capability to manage complexity: visa coordination, time zone transitions, ground logistics, and diverse working cultures. Candidates who've supported global executives understand scheduling across regions, managing 24-hour decision cycles, and supporting executives in transit. For roles requiring global support, local-only experience limits effectiveness. Klearskill flags international scope specifically so you assess this requirement clearly.
How do we identify discretion and confidentiality capability from a CV?
Subtle signals matter. Phrases like 'handled confidential executive matters', 'supported board-level strategic discussions', 'managed sensitive M&A communications', or 'restricted access information' indicate trust and discretion. Candidates who've worked in regulated industries (banking, healthcare, law) often show stronger confidentiality awareness. References will validate; CVs provide initial signals of whether candidates worked in sensitive environments or routine support roles.
Stop guessing about PA/EA executive fit
Klearskill's AI identifies executive seniority, diary complexity, and discretion capability instantly across 10,000 CVs.