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Executive Assistant

Confidential Jobs
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 7/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/14/2026

The ideal candidate will provide top-level assistance for high level executives. You should be well-organized and be comfortable scheduling meetings, domestic and international travel and responding to emails on the executive's behalf. Lastly, you should be able to draft documents and help the executive team with any necessary meeting preparations.


Responsibilities

Calendar and Travel Management

  • Efficiently manage the executive team’s calendars, including scheduling appointments, meetings, and travel arrangements
  • Create detailed itineraries and ensure all travel plans run smoothly

Communication and Correspondence

  • Act as the primary point of contact between executives and internal/external stakeholders
  • Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence, emails, and phone calls with professionalism and attention to detail

Meeting and Presentation Preparation

  • Prepare meeting agendas, materials, and presentations

Financial and Expense Management

  • Monitor and manage executive expense reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies

Document and Information Management

  • Organize and maintain important documents, files, and records. Ensure easy access to critical information when needed
  • Handle sensitive and confidential information with the utmost discretion and professionalism

Executive Support and Relationship Management

  • Assist with special projects and initiatives as assigned by the Manager of Executive Administration. Conduct research, gather data, and prepare reports as required
  • Assist executives in prioritizing tasks and managing their time effectively. Identify opportunities to improve workflow and productivity
  • Develop and maintain positive working relationships with team members, clients, and external partners


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • 5 years of experience as an executive assistant or in a similar administrative role
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
  • Exceptional organizational and time management skills
  • Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
  • Ability to work independently, anticipate needs, and make decisions
  • Discretion and trustworthiness


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