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Executive Assistant

$120,000 - $140,000 yearly
Job Category: Administrative
Position Type: Direct Hire / Permanent
Work Model: In Office
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Job ID: 161835
Benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance
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A prestigious law firm in New York City is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to support a senior partner. The ideal candidate is a polished professional who thrives on staying one step ahead, managing complex priorities, and serving as a trusted right hand. Success in this role requires exceptional communication skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to anticipate needs, exercise sound judgment, and execute with a high level of professionalism.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage a complex executive calendar, including frequent changes, competing priorities, and high-volume scheduling

  • Serve as a gatekeeper for the executive, managing inbox communications, prioritizing urgent matters, and ensuring timely follow-up

  • Coordinate domestic and international travel arrangements, including detailed itineraries, logistics, and last-minute changes

  • Prepare, draft, and edit correspondence, emails, and other communications as needed

  • Support client-related activities, including scheduling, meeting coordination, and follow-up

  • Assist with gifting initiatives and other special projects as needed

  • Proactively anticipate needs, solve problems, and ensure priorities are executed efficiently


Qualifications:

  • 3+ years of Executive or Personal Assistant experience supporting senior executives, attorneys, or partners

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

  • Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously

  • High level of professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail

  • Demonstrated ability to anticipate needs and operate independently in a fast-paced environment

  • Experience managing complex calendars, travel arrangements, and executive communications

  • Comfortable working onsite in New York City, 5 days per week


Key Details:
Salary: $125,000–$145,000 annually
Benefits: Ability to enroll in medical, dental, vision benefits package offered by the employer
Type: Direct Hire

If you are a polished Executive Assistant who thrives in high-intensity, high-accountability environments and takes pride in being a trusted right hand to senior leadership, we encourage you to apply today!

Phoebe Gilbert 
Senior Recruiter 

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