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Compass Group, North America Design and Construction - Administrative Assistant in Chicago, Illinois
Levy Sector
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About Levy
The disruptor in defining the sports and entertainment hospitality experience, Levy is recognized as the market leader and most critically acclaimed hospitality company in its industry. Twice named one of the 10 most innovative companies in sports by Fast Company magazine and one of the top three Best Employers for Diversity in America by Forbes, Levy’s diverse portfolio includes award-winning restaurants; iconic sports and entertainment venues, zoos and cultural institutions, theaters, and convention centers; as well as the Super Bowl, Grammy Awards, US Open Tennis Tournament, Kentucky Derby, and NHL, MLB, NBA, NFL, and MLS All-Star Games.
Job Summary
This dynamic role will be based in Chicago with the expectation to work in the office Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Mondays and Fridays generally have the opportunity to work remotely unless meetings or job responsibilities dictate in-person presence.
The ideal candidate is passionate and eager to participate in the bigger picture of the hospitality business beyond the core administrative support needs. In this role, you will be able to be part of and learn about the full business cycle - from first impression to proposal development, contract signing, and ongoing relationship management. A successful individual in this role is a strong communicator, proactive, collaborative, organized, detail-oriented, creative, and hungry to learn about the industry.
Areas of Responsibility
Managing day-to-day scheduling of executive calendars
Coordinating with internal and external stakeholders at a high-level on behalf of the executives
Ensuring that all logistical details are carried out seamlessly for internal meetings, off-site meetings, board meetings, and client meetings and presentations
Producing entertainment activations and set up for meetings and presentations
Booking business travel and actively monitoring for travel disruptions and any travel changes needed (this includes being available evenings and/or weekends)
Demonstrating utmost professionalism in communication via phone, email, and in-person interactions
Committing to responsive and timely collaboration with the executive team, clients, and multi-disciplinary leaders across the organization to foster strong relationships
Providing clerical support including processing invoices and expense reports
Facilitating and proposing ideas for effective follow up notes, gifts, cards, and awards when needed
Conducting research on partners and developing briefs for the executive team
Assisting in the development of world-class proposals and presentations with the ability to participate in creative brainstorming opportunities and contribute improvements to the process
Promoting a cooperative work climate, maximizing productivity and morale while navigating a high-pressure and deadline-driven environment
Job Requirements
Excellent and professional written and verbal communication skills
Experience working at an Executive Assistant level with senior management and senior level clients preferred
Knowledge of MS office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
Ability to manage complex and highly confidential information
Ability to work autonomously and across multiple tasks and reporting into different project teams
Ability to build a PowerPoint presentation, with design and creativity skills
Must be adept at problem-solving
Must be able to prioritize and plan work activities as to use time efficiently
Must be organized, accurate, thorough, and able to monitor work for quality
High degree of personal organization and self-management
Curious about Life at Levy? Check it out: Levy Culture (http://www.levyrestaurants.com/our-culture/)
Levy is a member of Compass Group USA. Compass Group/Levy is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass/Levy, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.
We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
At Levy, team = family. And we’ll always take care of family, learn more about Levy benefits offered.
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance/ AD
Disability Insurance
Retirement Plan
Flexible Time Off Plan
Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
Associate Shopping Program
Health and Wellness Programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet Insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Levy maintains a drug-free workplace.
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