Events and Project Coordinator

ABOUT THIS ROLE

We are looking for a highly organized and proactive Events & Project Coordinator to join our growing Administrative Support Team. In this entry‑level role, you will be an integral part of the day‑to‑day operations of three offices in planning and executing events, supporting cross‑functional projects, and providing general administrative assistance to non‑executive staff. This position is based out of our Chicago office and will have occasional travel up to 10%.

• Event Planning & Coordination:
  Plan, coordinate, and execute internal events across three office locations, including team meetings, all‑hands sessions, celebrations, and off sites.
• Manage event logistics from start to finish: venue coordination, catering, invitations, A/V setup, and post‑event wrap‑up.
• Maintain an events calendar and proactively communicate details to relevant stakeholders.
• Partner with the Executive Assistant on larger‑scale events requiring elevated coordination.
• Project Coordination Support:
  Assist in tracking and organizing project timelines, deliverables, and follow‑ups for ongoing initiatives.
• Support the Sr. EA / Program Manager with operational tasks related to capacity planning and team projects.
• Prepare meeting notes, action item lists, and status summaries as needed.
• Help maintain team documentation, shared drives, and process resources.
• General Administrative Support:
  Provide day‑to‑day administrative assistance to non‑executive staff across teams.
• Handle ad hoc requests including scheduling assistance, document preparation, supply ordering, and space coordination.
• Serve as a point of contact for interoffice operational questions and logistical needs.
• Support onboarding logistics for new team members.

• 1+ year of experience in an administrative, coordinator, or office support role.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace (Gmail, Calendar, Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides).
• A collaborative, team‑first attitude with a willingness to take on a variety of tasks.
• Attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem‑solving.

Nice to Have
:

• Experience planning in‑person events or off‑sites.
• Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Asana, , Notion).
• Experience supporting multiple stakeholders or offices simultaneously.

You’ll be joining a lean, high‑performing administrative team that values initiative, collaboration, and continuous improvement. This role offers direct mentorship from senior administrative professionals and the opportunity to grow your skills in event planning, project coordination, and executive support. If you’re someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, takes pride in keeping things running smoothly, and is excited to take on new challenges, we’d love to hear from you.

We offer a robust package of employee perks and benefits, including healthcare benefits (medical, dental and vision, EAP), competitive PTO, 401k match, parental leave, and HSA contribution match. We also provide our employees with a paid subscription to the Calm app and offer generous external learning and tuition reimbursement benefits. As a hybrid workforce, we offer the ability to work remotely up to two days a week.

This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in addition to a range of health & wellness benefits.

$23,000 – $29,000

PEAK6 is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected characteristic. Our hiring practices ensure that all qualified applicants receive fair consideration without regard to these characteristics. PEAK6 is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all candidates, including those with disabilities.

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