Administrative Assistant

LaSalle Network; Wood Dale (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Benefits eligibility for consultants

Job summary

LaSalle Network is seeking an Administrative Assistant at our client site in Wood Dale, Illinois. This contract-to-hire role focuses on keeping day-to-day operations running smoothly, supporting executives, coordinating meetings and travel, and assisting with events.

You will manage calendars, prepare agendas, handle travel arrangements, and support office operations for a fast-paced team, while maintaining attention to detail and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of administrative, office management or related experience.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel and Word.
• Experience with calendar management, travel coordination, expense reporting and executive support.
• Excellent organizational, project management and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally.
• Proactive, service-oriented approach and willingness to take initiative.
• Ability to work on-site in Wood Dale, Illinois.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and calendar support to key executives, including scheduling and meeting preparation
• Coordinate meetings, reserve rooms, prepare agendas and manage logistics
• Arrange hotel accommodations, transportation and itineraries for visitors
• Manage office supplies, inventory, catering and vendor relationships
• Assist with company events and employee engagement activities
• Support reporting, document preparation and other administrative projects
• Identify opportunities to improve office procedures and streamline operations
• Handle miscellaneous office needs and jump in wherever support is needed

Skills

Microsoft Outlook

PowerPoint

Excel

Word

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

• Benefits: Medical, dental and vision insurance available to eligible LaSalle Network consultants
• Work Model: On-site
• Employment Type: Contract-to-hire
• Start Date: September 7

• Compensation: $25-$30 per hour
• Benefits: Medical, dental and vision insurance available to eligible LaSalle Network consultants
• Location: Wood Dale, Illinois
• Work Model: On-site
• Employment Type: Contract-to-hire
• Start Date: September 7

LaSalle Network is hiring an Administrative Assistant to join our client’s team in Wood Dale, Illinois. This contract-to-hire opportunity is ideal for an organized, proactive professional who enjoys being the person everyone can count on. As the Administrative Assistant, you’ll support executive leadership, keep day-to-day office operations running smoothly and help coordinate everything from meetings and travel to company events. If you’re resourceful, detail-oriented and comfortable wearing multiple hats in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you.

What’s the job?

• Provide administrative and calendar support to key executives, including scheduling and meeting preparation
• Coordinate meetings, reserve rooms, prepare agendas and manage logistics
• Arrange hotel accommodations, transportation and itineraries for visitors
• Manage office supplies, inventory, catering and vendor relationships
• Assist with company events and employee engagement activities
• Support reporting, document preparation and other administrative projects
• Identify opportunities to improve office procedures and streamline operations
• Handle miscellaneous office needs and jump in wherever support is needed

What’s needed?

• 5+ years of administrative, office management or related experience
• Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel and Word
• Experience with calendar management, travel coordination, expense reporting and executive support
• Excellent organizational, project management and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally
• Proactive, service-oriented approach and willingness to take initiative
• Ability to work on-site in Wood Dale, Illinois

What’s in it for me?

• $25-$30 per hour
• Contract-to-hire opportunity with potential for long-term growth
• LaSalle Network consultants are eligible to enroll in benefits. For details, visit https://www.thelasallenetwork.com/consultants/
• High-visibility Administrative Assistant role supporting executive leadership
• Opportunity to make an immediate impact within a collaborative, fast-moving organization
• Broad exposure to executive support, office management and event coordination

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.