Executive Assistant to Chairman

Executive Assistant to Chairman (Relocation Required)

Salary: $200,000 - $275,000 per year, plus bonus and comprehensive benefits including medical, vision, dental, relocation package, and PTO.

Location:

Relocation to the south‑central part of the U.S. (not Illinois). Full relocation package offered. Frequent domestic and international travel required; 24/7 availability.

About the

Employer:

A reputable Fortune 500 company seeking a highly experienced Executive Assistant to support the Chairman and the Chairman’s family office. The role offers significant executive exposure and is high‑impact in a fast‑paced, high‑stakes environment.

• Serve as a trusted right‑hand to the Chairman, overseeing day‑to‑day operations – both professional and personal.
• Provide dedicated support to the Chairman’s office and act as the crucial link between the Chairman and internal/external advisors and financial teams.
• Manage a complex, ever‑evolving calendar involving high‑profile meetings, board activities, and global initiatives.
• Act as a liaison between the Chairman and internal departments, board members, family office personnel, and international partners.
• Coordinate intricate travel logistics including global itineraries, visas, private travel, and security protocols.
• Support strategic projects with high‑level project management, documentation, and stakeholder alignment.
• Attend meetings, capture detailed notes, and ensure execution on key action items.
• Maintain 24/7 availability and travel with the executive domestically and internationally.

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degrees or professional certifications preferred.
• 10–15 years of experience supporting C‑Level Executives (ideally from a Fortune 500 company) or ultra‑high‑net‑worth family office setting.
• Demonstrated discretion, professionalism, and confidentiality in high‑trust roles.
• Strong command of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams).
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and capable of juggling competing priorities.
• Independent, proactive, and calm under pressure.
• Willingness and ability to travel frequently, both domestically and internationally, on short notice.

Employment type: Full‑time

Seniority level: Not applicable

Job function: Administrative

Industries: Consumer Services