How to Change Automatic Assignee in Jira
- George Apostolov
How to Change Automatic Assignee in Jira: step-by-step guide
Navigate to the Jira project where you want to change the automatic assignee.
In the left-hand sidebar, click on 'Project settings' and go to 'Details'.
Look for the 'Default Assignee' field in your 'Details'.
Select 'Project lead' and it assigns all new issues to the project lead by default.
Click on 'Save' to apply the new settings.
A notification pops up confirming the change in assignees.
Quick answer: To change the automatic assignee in Jira, navigate to your project settings, access details, locate the default assignee field, select project lead, and save your changes to confirm the update.
About this Jira tutorial
Update default issue assignments in Jira by modifying project details in settings to automatically route tasks to the project lead. This guide shows how to change Automatic Assignee in Jira in 6 steps, starting with "Navigate to the Jira project where you want to change the automatic assignee" and finishing with "A notification pops up confirming the change in assignees". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Jira interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to change Automatic Assignee in Jira?
6 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Jira data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Jira. Related guides: How to Change Board Owner in Jira, How to Change Jira Board View and How to Change Color of Epic in Jira. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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