Executive Assistant
Pay: $28/hour
Shift: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5pm
Location: Northbrook, IL, Hybrid, 3 days onsite, 2 days work from home
Benefits: Med/Den/Vis, 401(K), PTO and Paid Holidays
This role provides comprehensive administrative support to a senior executive or department, ensuring the efficient and effective operation of their work. The Executive Assistant acts as a key communication interface between teams, departments, and external contacts, managing a high volume of sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
Responsibilities:
Calendar Management:
Manage complex calendars for multiple individuals, including global time zone coordination.
Schedule meetings, appointments, and events with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
Manage conflicts and anticipate needs to prevent overbooking and ensure time is utilized wisely.
Travel Coordination:
Arrange domestic and international travel, including booking flights, hotels, and transportation.
Process expense reports and reconcile travel invoices.
Communication and Information Management:
Prepare, edit, and distribute presentations, reports, correspondence, and other materials.
Manage internal and external communications, including newsletters, announcements, and project updates.
Maintain accurate records and files, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with retention policies.
Resource Management:
Manage onboarding and offboarding processes for new employees and contractors.
Maintain accurate rosters, distribution lists, and vendor contact information.
Financial Administration:
Assist with budget management, tracking expenses, and generating financial reports.
Process purchase orders and manage vendor contracts.
Virtual Meeting Support:
Manage virtual meetings using platforms such as Microsoft Teams and Zoom, including scheduling, technical support, and record keeping.
Project Support:
Provide administrative support for projects, including meeting coordination, task management, and documentation.
Qualifications:
Education: Associate degree or bachelor's degree preferred.
Experience: 3-7 years of proven experience in senior-level administrative support.
Technical Skills:
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Visio, SharePoint).
Experience with virtual meeting platforms (Microsoft Teams, Zoom).
Familiarity with financial systems (Ariba, Concur, Sharepoint) preferred.
Soft Skills:
Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive information.
Proactive and self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned.
As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here (https://www.mykelly.com/help-support-working-with-kelly-us/#Benefits) for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.
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