Our client is a Global Education firm paving the way to empower students through a rigorous and innovate educational program in a community that embraces diversity of people, culture and ideas. Along with their students, be inspired to pursue your passion and lead a life purpose and excellence.

This is an exciting opportunity for an accomplished Executive Assistant who enjoys being part of a collaborative team and working with talented leaders. There is an emphasis on work/life balance and wellness/coaching programs.

This is a hybrid, Temporary-to-Hire opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive assistant support to the President, who oversees three additional institutions overseeing:
• Interaction with Advisory Boards four advisory boards
• Interaction with Trustees and assistants
• Manage Academic, Finance, and Nominating Governance Committee Meetings
• Prepare timelines and post materials in Diligent, board portal
• Support meeting requirements, both onsite and virtual, travel, dinners, events
• Answer questions and support any needs Trustees may have
• Prepare board payments and process expenses timely
• Heavy calendaring in Outlook; scheduling meetings internally, externally, meeting movement; must stay close to email, phone, and IMs for changes happening in real-time
• Keep accurate contact information in Outlook; detailed information + introductions (particularly for Advisory Board members, and external contacts)
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to reach out to gather information as necessary
• Prepare expense report claims on behalf of the executive
• Arrange travel as needed, plan for COVID testing and ensure clear travel in accordance with updated information
• Support weekly team calls, solicit team for agenda items for review; identify who will attend and if there are any guests
• Interact and assist team members as needed, support Board of Trustees with any requests
• Interact with C-Suite Executives and their assistants; respond to meeting and calendaring requests and any other items requiring action as a priority
• Greet Trustees, guests, and team members from other offices visiting the Chicago office; help with access to the building, securing conference rooms, badges, printing, and any other needs

Ideal Experience

• Minimum of 6 years supporting leadership executives in a professional setting
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Exceptional emotional intelligence and strong communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Impeccable attention to detail and precision
• Exceptional time management – demonstrated track record of managing multiple tasks
• Positive, can-do attitude and eager to step in whenever needed
• Desire to take part and be an integral member of the team