The ideal candidate is highly organized, responsive, and comfortable working with a direct, results-driven executive in a dynamic, deadline-oriented environment.
Executive Assistant Key Responsibilities:
- Provide day-to-day executive support to a Managing Director
- Manage complex and constantly evolving calendars with precision and urgency
- Oversee inbox management and draft/respond to correspondence as needed
- Coordinate travel arrangements, primarily domestic with limited international travel
- Prepare detailed itineraries and ensure seamless logistics
- Process and reconcile expenses accurately and on time
- Act as a liaison between the Managing Director and internal/external stakeholders
- Partner closely with other Executive Assistants and administrative staff across offices
- Anticipate needs, proactively resolve issues, and take ownership of executive support
- Maintain discretion and confidentiality with sensitive information
Executive Assistant Qualifications & Experience:
- 7+ years of experience supporting senior executives, ideally at the Managing Director or C-suite level
- Background in financial services, investment banking, private equity, consulting, or a similarly fast-paced professional services environment preferred
- Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail
- Confident communicator with sound judgment and a professional presence
- Ability to manage high volume, time-sensitive work with minimal direction
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with expense tools such as Expensify a plus
- Comfortable working with a direct, no-nonsense leadership style
- Strong sense of urgency and accountability
This position is based in downtown Chicago and offers a hybrid working schedule. Compensation for this role ranges from $110,000-$130,000 with an annual bonus. This position offers full benefits including health, dental, and vision.
If you are interested in learning more, apply today!
Rachel Holmes
Principal, 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.