Description We are looking for an experienced Sr. Executive Assistant to support the Chief Strategy Officer & Chief of Staff in Chicago, Illinois. This role is central to keeping executive priorities organized, meetings productive, and day-to-day operations moving smoothly. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, exceptional organization, and the ability to manage sensitive matters with professionalism in a mission-driven non-profit environment.

Compensation and Benefits:

$80,000-$90,000 annually plus free medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance for employee-only coverage, generous PTO and much more.

Schedule:

Hybrid (2 days on-site), with the occasional requirement for 3-4 days on-site

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the Chief Strategy Officer & Chief of Staff's schedule, aligning meetings and commitments with strategic priorities and ensuring time is used effectively.
• Prepare agendas, document follow-up items, and coordinate next steps for leadership and executive meetings to help maintain momentum on key initiatives.
• Manage special projects assigned by the executive, tracking deliverables, timelines, and resources to support successful completion.
• Partner with the Director of the Executive Office to coordinate meetings between the Chief Strategy Officer & Chief of Staff and the Founder and President.
• Organize domestic and international travel arrangements, including itineraries, meeting materials, participant background information, logistics, and post-trip action items.
• Draft, edit, and format presentations, correspondence, memoranda, and other executive materials with a high level of accuracy and professionalism.
• Conduct research on programmatic and organizational topics to provide the executive with clear, relevant information for decision-making.
• Monitor budget-related activity, prepare quarterly budget updates, and complete expense tasks such as reimbursements, credit card reconciliations, and check requests.
• Provide administrative assistance to outside consultants and advisors as needed, while also handling occasional personal support requests with discretion. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster Requirements
• 7+ years of experience providing senior-level executive support, preferably in a non-profit or mission-driven organization.
• Demonstrated expertise in complex calendar management, meeting coordination, and executive travel planning.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to draft clear correspondence and presentation materials.
• Experience using business and administrative tools such as Concur, CRM platforms, Cisco Webex Meetings, and Microsoft PowerPoint.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently while maintaining accuracy, confidentiality, and sound judgment.
• Comfortable handling expense reporting, budget tracking, and financial administrative tasks.
• Proven ability to support high-level stakeholders in a fast-paced environment with professionalism and responsiveness.

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