Executive Assistant & Office Manager (A1472543CHI-PERM) Chicago, Illinois
| Salary: | USD80000 - USD115000 per year |
A rapidly growing renewable energy company is seeking an Executive Assistant to support its founders and leadership team. This newly created position offers a unique opportunity to step beyond traditional executive support and play a key role in helping a high-growth organization scale. The ideal candidate will be a proactive, highly organized professional who thrives in an entrepreneurial environment and enjoys wearing multiple hats across executive support, operations, communications, events, and special projects.
THE ROLE:
• Provide high-level administrative support to the founders, managing complex calendars, scheduling, travel arrangements, and meeting logistics; including some personal assistance work for the founders.
• Act as a trusted partner to leadership, helping create structure, organization, and operational efficiency as the company continues to grow.
• Coordinate company meetings, leadership events, team gatherings, community engagement activities, and special projects.
• Support internal and external communications, including correspondence, presentations, and meeting materials.
• Assist with HR administration, onboarding coordination, and employee-related processes.
• Coordinate group travel arrangements and logistics for leadership and team events.
• Track project deadlines, action items, and key business initiatives to ensure follow-through.
• Partner closely with leadership on process improvements and operational efficiencies.
• Serve as a resource across the organization, supporting a collaborative and fast-paced team environment.
YOU:
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 5+ years of Executive Assistant, Administrative Business Partner, or administrative support experience.
• Experience supporting executives within a growing, entrepreneurial, or fast-paced organization.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proactive, resourceful, and comfortable taking ownership of projects.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a track record of partnering with leaders to address business challenges.
• Collaborative, positive, and adaptable approach.
• Experience with event planning, executive travel coordination, communications, or HR administration is a plus.
• Competitive benefits package, including a 401(k) with employer contribution and semi-annual bonus program.
This company offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package along with the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a growing, sustainability-focused organization.