Executive Assistant
Overview:
Our client, a leading financial services firm in Chicago, is seeking an Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative and operational support to senior leadership. This is a high-impact role ideal for a detail-oriented, proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys managing complex schedules and priorities.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide comprehensive administrative support to senior executives, including calendar management, travel arrangements, and meeting coordination
Prepare and edit correspondence, presentations, reports, and other documents
Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders
Coordinate logistics for meetings, board materials, and offsite events
Manage expense reports, budgets, and departmental tracking as needed
Assist with special projects and ad hoc requests from executives
Maintain confidential and sensitive information with discretion
Anticipate needs and proactively solve administrative challenges
Qualifications:
3+ years of experience supporting C-level executives or senior leadership
Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills
High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently
Professional demeanor and ability to maintain confidentiality
Experience in a corporate, finance, or professional services environment preferred
The Equus Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and takespride in maintaining adiverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.