Executive Assistant to Chief Executive Officer

North Bridge Staffing Group; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing group is seeking an Executive Assistant to the CEO, blending executive support and project management. This strategic role involves high-level administrative duties, project oversight, and requires experience in corporate settings. Ideal for candidates looking for a challenging position with growth potential.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in an Executive Assistant or administrative support role.
• Proven ability to manage projects and drive execution across teams.
• Comfortable supporting remote executives.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level administrative support to the CEO.
• Serve as project manager for CEO initiatives.
• Liaise with internal and international stakeholders.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Project management

Tech-savvy

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Executive Assistant to Chief Executive Officer

Executive Assistant to Chief Executive Officer

North Bridge Staffing Group provided pay range

This range is provided by North Bridge Staffing Group. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$95,000.00/yr - $105,000.00/yr

Job Title: Executive Assistant to CEO

Job Type: Contract-to-hire

Location: Hybrid, Onsite 3 days, Chicago

About the Role

We are seeking a highly capable and self-starting Executive Assistant to support the CEO. This is not a traditional EA role — it’s a strategic position that blends executive support with project management and organizational leadership. You’ll be the right hand to the CEO, helping him manage priorities, oversee projects, and coordinate with internal stakeholders, including HR and executive teams both in the U.S. and internationally.

This is a unique opportunity with high visibility and growth potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-level administrative support to the CEO, including complex calendar management, travel coordination (domestic and international), meeting planning, and expense reporting
• Serve as project manager for CEO initiatives — driving timelines, coordinating stakeholders, and ensuring follow-through
• Partner closely with HR and assist with board prep and executive presentations
• Liaise with the London team and manage logistics for board meetings and related events
• Support event planning for executive dinners and key leadership engagements
• Prepare documents, presentations, and communication materials using Microsoft Office Suite
• Anticipate needs, take initiative, and act as a trusted thought partner to a highly engaged and collaborative CEO

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in an Executive Assistant or administrative support role
• Proven ability to manage projects and drive execution across teams
• Comfortable supporting remote executives and working in Eastern Time
• Tech-savvy with advanced skills in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams
• Experience in professional services or corporate environments strongly preferred
• Bachelor’s degree not required, but professional polish and strong business acumen are essential

Soft Skills

• Highly organized and self-motivated
• Able to build strong working relationships across all levels of the organization
• Thrives in fast-paced, dynamic settings with evolving priorities
• Strong communication skills with the confidence to interact with senior executives
• Adaptable, quick-thinking, and solutions-oriented
• Comfortable receiving real-time feedback and working with a highly communicative leader

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Administrative

• Industries

  Insurance

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