administrative assistant salaries in chicago, illinois

job summary: Leading engineering firm is looking for an Administrative Assistant for their Downtown Chicago, IL office. This onsite role is the backbone of the project teams, ensuring that documentation is precise, logistics are seamless, and communication flows effectively across the department. The ideal candidate is a master of multitasking who can balance high-volume data management with high-level stakeholder coordination. Fabulous way to get your foot in the door at an employer of choice with an amazing growth potential.   location: Chicago, Illinois job type: Contract salary: $22.00 - 24.20 per hour work hours: 8am to 5pm education: Bachelors   responsibilities: Project Documentation & Data Management: Perform data entry and maintain tracking systems for project status, engineering documentation, execution plans, and contact rosters.Reporting & Analysis: Track project benchmarks and deadlines to produce monthly progress reports, financial analyses, and business plan submissions.Meeting Coordination: Manage full-cycle meeting logistics (on-site and off-site), including room reservations, technical set-up, catering, and guest coordination for clients and vendors.Executive Correspondence: Prepare high-level memos, agendas, emails, and complex presentations using Excel, PowerPoint, and Access.Meeting Minutes & Action Items: Record and disseminate minutes for project and department meetings, ensuring all action items are tracked to completion.Departmental Operations: Oversee office resources, including workstation assignments, supplies, and facility-related issues to ensure seamless resolution.Financial & Budgetary Oversight: Monitor and approve standard expenditures to ensure department activities remain within established budget constraints.Information Facilitation: Serve as a central point of contact for project inquiries, conducting research and disseminating information to the team and stakeholders.Process Improvement: Develop departmental procedures and support the implementation of new business initiatives and compliance requirements.Logistics & Personnel Support: Coordinate travel arrangements, manage department calendars, and oversee personnel training records in compliance with corporate requirements.   qualifications: Experience level: ExperiencedMinimum 1 year of experienceEducation: Bachelors  skills: Administrative (2 years of experience is preferred) Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

We are looking for a professional Administrative Assistant in the Elk Grove VIllage area on a contract basis. This person will be responsible for supporting the office with general adminstrative duties such as answering phones, supporting reps, data entry, coordinating meetings, and basic book keeping. Ideal candidates will have at least 1 year of relevant experience.  salary: $18 - $22 per hourshift: Firstwork hours: 8 AM - 5 PMeducation: High SchoolResponsibilities Answering phones, greeting visitors, managing emails, drafting correspondence, and distributing mail. Managing complex calendars, booking meetings, and coordinating appointments for individuals or teams. Preparing, editing, and proofreading documents, reports, presentations, and maintaining filing systems (physical & digital). Ordering supplies, managing inventory, ensuring equipment functions, and handling general office duties. Assisting with project tracking, expense reports, basic accounting, event planning, and liaising with vendors/clients SkillsMaintaining CalendarsScheduling AppointmentsAnswering PhonesAdministrative DutiesMicrosoft OfficeOrganizationOrganizational SkillsWritten CommunicationQualificationsYears of experience: 1 yearExperience level: Entry LevelRandstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies. Our experienced agents will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temporary-to-permanent or permanent opportunities, no one works harder for you than Randstad. Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

job summary: Legal Assistant A midsize law firm with an office in Chicago is looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented legal administrative professional with extensive experience in office management, document preparation, and organizational support.   location: Chicago, Illinois job type: Permanent salary: $70,000 - 80,000 per year work hours: 9 to 5 education: No Degree Required experience: 1 Years   responsibilities: Responsible for drafting documents, transcription, formatting, e-filing, coordinating service of process, calendaring, and trial preparation.Assist attorneys by proof-reading, formatting and preparing discovery documents, pleadings, subpoenas, motions and status letters.Effectively communicate with clients, colleagues, and attorneys.Maintain and update case record system.Answer phone calls, take notes, and redirect calls when appropriate.Keep multiple agendas and provide timely reminders.Input expense reimbursement and check requests.Support legal research by communicating with vendors, experts, opposing counsel, and other staff.Assist with trial preparation and briefs.Index and update pleading and discovery binders.Make travel arrangements.Schedule client and attorneys appointments.  qualifications: Minimum 1+ years recent legal assistant within a law firm.Proficiency in typing (65+ wpm).Solid understanding of technical legal terminology and court filings.Excellent written and verbal communication, attention to detail and accuracy.Familiarity with law firm billing software is a plus. Starting Salary for this position is 70,000 - 80,000 + overtime. A generous benefits package includes: medical/dental insurance, life insurance, long term care insurance, college savings plan, 401K and profit sharing. Please send resume to michael.sosler@tatum-us.com   skills: $0-50 million Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days.