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Executive Assistant

Alison Brown Placement Specialists, LLC
Mundelein, IL Other
POSTED ON 6/27/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/26/2026

A well-established, well-funded technology company founded by one of the most recognized executives in the industry is seeking an elite Executive Assistant to support its CEO. This is a high-reward opportunity for someone who operates at the very top of the profession and thrives in a fast-moving, demanding environment.


If you are the kind of EA who anticipates needs before they arise, executes flawlessly under pressure, and takes genuine pride in being indispensable to a world-class leader, this may be a role for you.


Compensation will be around $200K base salary, plus equity, performance bonus, and comprehensive benefits. The position is located on the Peninsula.


What you will do:

  • Own the CEO's calendar end-to-end, managing complex scheduling across time zones with precision and judgment
  • Coordinate extensive domestic and international travel, including private aircraft logistics
  • Manage board meetings from end to end: materials, preparation, scheduling, and follow-through
  • Oversee and manage CEO communications with discretion and professionalism
  • Attend staff and leadership meetings; track and drive action items to completion
  • Lead and manage special projects of strategic importance
  • Plan and execute company-wide meetings, off-sites, and executive gatherings
  • Organize private and business social events from concept through execution
  • Serve as the primary liaison between the CEO and all internal departments and the senior leadership team
  • Mentor and develop junior administrative staff
  • Do whatever it takes to protect and maximize the CEO's time, including ad hoc personal tasks and projects


What you must bring:

A 4-year college degree and extensive executive support experience at the C-level, Founder, or SVP level are both required.

  • Proven track record supporting a high-profile, high-demand executive in a complex organizational environment
  • Deep expertise in calendar management, travel coordination, and board operations
  • Exceptional judgment, discretion, and professional presence
  • The ability to manage competing priorities without losing composure or accuracy
  • Availability and responsiveness on a 24/7 basis when circumstances require it
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • A proactive, solutions-first mindset with a high tolerance for ambiguity


This role offers significant growth potential and the opportunity to work at the center of a dynamic, high-performing organization. The right candidate will find this a career-defining position.

Salary : $200,000

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