Executive Assistant to CEO - Strategic Support & Projects

The Equus Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Equus Group, a Chicago-based investment firm, seeks an experienced Executive Assistant to support the CEO. The role requires at least five years of administrative experience, a bachelor’s degree, and a demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced financial environment.

Expect to manage calendars, travel, meetings, reports and correspondence; handle confidential information; and coordinate budgets and expenses.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years supporting senior executives.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Strong attention to detail and confidentiality.
• Able to manage multiple priorities and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Support CEO with special projects and research.
• Schedule travel, meetings, events, and calendar management.
• Prepare and format reports, presentations, and correspondence.
• Manage office expenses and adhere to budgets.
• Handle inbound communications with prioritization and professionalism.
• Lead ad hoc projects independently and meet deadlines.

Skills

Executive support

Communication

Discretion

Project coordination

Self-starter

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Equus Group, a Chicago-based investment firm, seeks an experienced Executive Assistant to support the CEO. The role requires at least five years of administrative experience, a bachelor’s degree, and a demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced financial environment.

Expect to manage calendars, travel, meetings, reports and correspondence; handle confidential information; and coordinate budgets and expenses.