Executive Assistant to Chief Executive Officer

ARKA EXPRESS INC.
Markham, IL, United States
Full-time

Are you ready to be at the heart of dynamic business growth? As the Executive Assistant to the CEO, you will work closely with me in managing two thriving businesses Arka Express, a $150M logistics company, and Satori Properties, a $200M real estate portfolio.

I’m looking for a driven individual eager to support continued expansion as we aim to become the leading regional players in these industries.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love learning, and enjoy a role that offers variety and challenge, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Schedule :

Hybrid, 2 days in our office and 3 from home.

Job Responsibilities

Assist the CEO with administrative needs in a timely, accurate, and efficient manner. This includes managing the calendar, scheduling, and setting up business meetings, arranging travel, and creating itineraries.

Make meeting schedules and correspondence.

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external communications on behalf of the CEO.
  • Prepare and review reports, memos, letters, and other documents while taking care to ensure that they are consistent with organizational policies and practices
  • Review some agreements, summarize and report back
  • Conduct research, prepare briefings, and compile data as needed for business and personal decision-making.

Education, Experience, and Skills

  • An undergraduate degree is preferred.
  • 3+ years of experience servicing C-level executives as an executive assistant.
  • Excellent time management abilities and the capacity to prioritize various requirements.
  • Ability to read contracts and agreements.
  • Proven capacity for maintaining discretion when handling sensitive material and exhibiting the highest level of responsiveness to internal stakeholders.
  • Assertiveness, proactivity, professionalism, and confidence are required. A creative problem solver who actively seeks possibilities, develops solutions and anticipates needs is also required.
  • Highly productive team player with the ability to work independently.
  • Excellent verbal and written skills, outstanding computer skills (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
  • High Intelligence (IQ) : Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to learn quickly and adapt to new challenges.

Benefits & Perks

  • Competitive salary
  • Medical, Dental , Vision
  • 401(k)
  • 14 days PTO
  • 6 paid holidays per year
  • 5 days ago
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