Executive Travel Manager

LaSalle Network has partnered with a rapidly growing technology company in Chicago's River North neighborhood that is redefining global digital security and building the infrastructure of the future. As the organization continues its global expansion, they are seeking an Executive Assistant – Travel to manage complex domestic and international travel for the CEO, executive leadership team and employees.

This is a highly visible role responsible for delivering a seamless, white-glove travel experience in a fast-paced, high-performance environment. The ideal candidate is proactive, exceptionally detail-oriented and thrives on anticipating challenges before they arise. Given the global nature of executive travel, this individual must be comfortable responding to urgent travel needs outside of standard business hours when necessary.

Executive Assistant – Travel Responsibilities

• Coordinate complex domestic and international travel, including flights, hotels, ground transportation, visas and detailed itineraries.
• Monitor travel in real time, proactively resolving delays, cancellations, weather disruptions and schedule changes to ensure seamless executive travel.
• Manage relationships with airlines, hotels, car services and private aviation vendors while negotiating preferred rates when appropriate.
• Coordinate multi-city travel across multiple time zones while balancing changing executive priorities.
• Oversee travel approvals, expense reporting and receipt reconciliation with exceptional accuracy.
• Provide administrative support to the Office of the CEO during slower travel periods, including scheduling, special projects and handling confidential information.
  
  

Executive Assistant – Travel Qualifications

• 3-7 years of experience in executive assistance, executive travel coordination or corporate travel management.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex domestic and international travel for C-suite executives.
• Strong understanding of global travel logistics, visa requirements and multi-time-zone scheduling.
• Established relationships with premium travel vendors, luxury hotels, transportation providers and private aviation partners preferred.
• Exceptional organization, professionalism and problem-solving skills with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment.
• Highly responsive and adaptable, with the ability to manage urgent travel needs outside of standard business hours when necessary.
• Ability to handle highly confidential information with the utmost discretion.
  
  

Location: Chicago, IL (River North – 100% Onsite)

Position Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire

Compensation: $120,000-$130,000 base salary

Benefits: Benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), and unlimited paid time off.

If you're interested in joining a rapidly growing organization where you'll play a critical role supporting executive leadership, apply today!

Phoebe Gilbert

Senior Recruiter

LaSalle Network

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LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.

LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Engineering, Marketing, Technology, Supply Chain, Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search, LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries.

LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends, hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets. LaSalle Network offers temporary Field Employees benefit plans including medical, dental and vision coverage. Family Medical Leave, Worker's Compensation, Paid Leave and Sick Leave are also provided. View a full list of our benefits here: View a full list of our benefits here.

All assignments are at-will and their duration is subject to change.