Illinois EDC · 3 days ago
Executive Assistant, Business Development & Quantum
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expIllinois EDC is a not-for-profit organization focused on driving economic growth in Illinois. The Executive Assistant provides high-level administrative and strategic support to senior leadership, ensuring smooth operations and enabling leadership to focus on strategic priorities.
International Trade & Development
Responsibilities
Manage complex calendars, emails, and schedule meetings, travel, and logistics
Serve as a primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders
Prepare, review, and organize correspondence, expense reports, presentations, and briefing materials
Track priorities, deadlines, and follow-ups on behalf of the executives
Coordinate meetings, including agendas, materials, minutes, follow-ups and action items
Handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism
Support special projects, events, and cross-functional initiatives as needed
Support after events activities such as importing business cards into CRM and handling general follow-ups
Improve administrative processes and workflows for efficiency
Anticipate executive needs and proactively address issues
Qualification
Required
Two years of experience supporting senior-level executives
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Exceptional organizational, time management, and problem-solving abilities
High level of professionalism, discretion, and emotional intelligence
Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
Effective problem-solving and analytical skills to address complex challenges
Preferred
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred but not required
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Customer Relationship Management Tools (preferred)
Experience working with external partners and government entities a plus
Company
Illinois EDC
Illinois Economic Development Corporation's mission is to bring jobs, investment, and economic prosperity to the state of Illinois through dynamic partnerships and collaborations with companies, universities, not-for-profit organizations, and the government to deliver a unified approach to economic development.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Karley Sweet
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