As a secretary, your duties and responsibilities will vary depending on the type of organisation you work for. Typical duties can include:
typing letters and other documents
updating records using computer database and spreadsheet software
answering the telephone and dealing with enquiries
making appointments and keeping diaries
taking minutes at meetings, possibly using shorthand
dealing with incoming and outgoing post
drafting letters and other documents
photocopying and printing
filing.
With experience, you can take on extra responsibilities. This may include accounts work, office management, or acting as personal assistant to a senior manager.