Executive Assistant and Project Manager

Overview

LaSalle Network is hiring on behalf of a global professional services firm based in Chicago, IL. The firm is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented Executive Assistant and Project Manager to support an executive team with strategic initiatives and project operations. This role serves as the critical backbone to project delivery—bridging administrative excellence with cross-functional coordination. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, international environment and is adept at managing timelines, resources, and stakeholder communications.

• Support the planning, execution, and monitoring of internal and client-facing projects across departments and time zones
• Handle meeting scheduling, calendaring management and travel coordination for Executives
• Serve as the point of contact for cross-functional teams, vendors, and clients to ensure alignment and timely delivery of key milestones
• Maintain accurate project documentation, track progress utilizing Excel, and create status reports, timelines, and executive summaries as needed
• Monitor compliance with firm standards, data security protocols, and regulatory requirements as applicable

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management or related preferred.
• 5+ years of experience as an Executive Assistant, Administrative Assistant, or Administrative Coordinator
• Professional services industry experience including financial services, consulting, or legal preferred
• Experience managing multiple calendars
• International travel planning experience
• Advanced reporting experience including Excel and Microsoft Power BI preferred
• Ability to travel as necessary

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k benefits offered
• Compensation: $85,000-$95,000

Allison Sachnoff

Senior Project Manager

LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.