Executive Assistant

McKinsey & Company
parental leave, paid time off
United States, Illinois, Chicago
May 16, 2025
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You will act as an informed representative for the partners when interacting with clients, internal and external customers, and others while maintaining the confidentiality of highly sensitive information. You will be responsible for organizing, strategically managing, and maintaining detailed, complex calendars for senior partners and others. This includes planning client and internal meetings, conference calls, conferences/events, and lunches/dinners. The role also involves coordinating travel and managing travel logistics/preferences for the individuals supported. Additionally, you will track and manage all incoming communications, responding to correspondence that does not require the personal attention of the partner. With minimal guidance, you will assume responsibility for planning, organizing, and executing projects, such as calls and meetings that require the coordination of schedules for senior leadership participants. Acting as an informed deputy, you will interact with clients and other persons whose goodwill and respect are of critical importance to the partners and the firm, while developing strong relationships with clients and client administrative contacts. Your Growth You are someone who thrives in a high-performance environment, bringing a growth mindset and entrepreneurial spirit to tackle meaningful challenges that have a real impact. In return for your drive, determination, and curiosity, we'll provide the resources, mentorship, and opportunities to help you quickly broaden your expertise, grow into a well-rounded professional, and contribute to work that truly makes a difference. When you join us, you will have: Continuous learning: Our learning and apprenticeship culture, backed by structured programs, is all about helping you grow while creating an environment where feedback is clear, actionable, and focused on your development. The real magic happens when you take the input from others to heart and embrace the fast-paced learning experience, owning your journey. A voice that matters: From day one, we value your ideas and contributions. You'll make a tangible impact by offering innovative ideas and practical solutions. We not only encourage diverse perspectives, but they are critical in driving us toward the best possible outcomes. Global community: With colleagues across 65+ countries and over 100 different nationalities, our firm's diversity fuels creativity and helps us come up with the best solutions. Plus, you'll have the opportunity to learn from exceptional colleagues with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Exceptional benefits: In addition to a competitive salary (based on your location, experience, and skills), we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, mental health, and vision coverage for you, your spouse/partner, and children. Your qualifications and skills Undergraduate degree preferred 5+ years of experience supporting senior level executives Outstanding organization skills; detail oriented; able to prioritize and multitask; strong ownership evident through responsibility and accountability for end product; highly proactive mindset Highly professional presence on telephone, email, and all other work-related communications platforms Strong typing and proofreading skills; ability to produce documents quickly and accurately Strong technical skills, including proficiency in Outlook, PowerPoint, Word and Excel Ability to expand role beyond responsive support to proactive contributions and ownership for administrative tasks; ability to work independently Able to work efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment Ability to prioritize and manage multiple work streams Flexibility and ability to work well under tight deadlines Ability to work in-person (team schedules and office locations may vary); flexibility to work overtime when needed Please review the additional requirements regarding essential job functions of McKinsey colleagues. Apply Now Apply Later FOR U.S. APPLICANTS: McKinsey & Company is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Certain US jurisdictions require McKinsey & Company to include a reasonable estimate of the salary for this role. For new joiners for this role in the United States, including all office locations where the job may be performed, a reasonable estimated range is $75,300 - $94,200 USD -to help you understand what you can expect. This reflects our best estimate of the lowest to highest [salary/hourly wages] for this role at the time of this posting, ensuring you have a clear picture right from the start, though it's important to remember that actual salaries may vary. Factors like your office location, your unique blend of experience and skills, start date and our current organizational needs all play a part in determining the final figure. Certain roles are also eligible for bonuses, subject to McKinsey's discretion and based on factors such as individual and/or organizational performance. Additionally, we provide a comprehensive benefits package that reflects our commitment to the wellness of our colleagues and their families. This includes medical, mental health, dental and vision coverage, telemedicine services, life, accident and disability insurance, parental leave and family planning benefits, caregiving resources, a generous retirement contributions program, financial guidance, and paid time off. FOR NON-U.S. APPLICANTS: McKinsey & Company is an Equal Opportunity employer. For additional details regarding our global EEO policy and diversity initiatives, please visit our McKinsey Careers and Diversity & Inclusion sites. Job Skill Group - N/A Job Skill Code - EARD - Executive Assistant Function - Firm Administration Industry - Post to LinkedIn - Yes Posted to LinkedIn Date - Mon Mar 24 00:00:00 GMT 2025 LinkedIn Posting City - Chicago LinkedIn Posting State/Province - Illinois LinkedIn Posting Country - United States LinkedIn Job Title - Executive Assistant LinkedIn Function - Administrative LinkedIn Industry - Events Services;Financial Services;Human Resources LinkedIn Seniority Level - Associate