MillerKnoll Hiring for Executive Assistant at Chicago, IL Full Time

For nearly four decades, Holly Hunt has been the defining voice in modern luxury interiors. We offer exquisite furnishings, an unparalleled showroom experience, and unwavering service to the residential and commercial design trade. During that time, we’ve stayed true to our passions, values, and deep beliefs-that well-designed spaces enrich one’s life experience, that quality of materials and craftsmanship can never be compromised, and that supporting our clients with the tools and resources to create beautiful environments is the ultimate reward.

Our purpose is to design for the good of humankind. It’s the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of MillerKnoll means being a part of something larger than your work team, or even your brand. We are redefining modern for the 21st century. And our success allows MillerKnoll to support causes that align with our values, so we can build a more sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for everyone.

Executive Assistant

Profile Position

We are looking an Executive Assistant to provide first class support to the leadership of Holly Hunt. This person will provide high-level administrative support, office manager duties, and project management assistance in a fast-paced environment. This position requires a professional who has strong judgement, is well-organized, efficient, adaptable and has a strong work ethic.

Primary Responsibilities

• Heavy calendar management with independent decision planning based on priorities, which require forward-thinking & strategizing.
• Plan and coordinate internal meeting logistics, video & audio (Microsoft Teams) conferences, meeting rooms, catering, and guest arrival arrangements.
• Create agendas and PowerPoints for meetings and assist with creating, preparing and proofreading meeting materials
• Coordinate and organize logistics for external functions such as conferences, receptions and dinners
• Handle all travel details including flight, hotel, and rental car with detailed itineraries.
• Submit and ensure payment of leadership business expense reports in a timely manner.
• Compose and format confidential and time-sensitive documents, reports and presentation materials and act as a curator of corporate documents and records.
• Screen and respond to incoming calls and correspondence, acting as a “Gatekeeper” for the President and act as a direct liaison with vendors/customers/partners.
• Manage Office Administrator in day-to-day tasks to keep office running efficiently at high standards
• Oversee onboarding, offboarding, and space planning needs of office
• Manage office budget
• Conduct research and gather information to help answer questions and solve problems
• Build and maintain relationships with team members
• Works with highly confidential and proprietary information with the utmost professionalism.
• Business travel up to 10% of time may be required.
• Assist with Special projects as directed by President, which could include research, analyst and collaboration on work related issues

Required Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle high-stress situations
• Exhibit sound judgment and decisiveness while anticipating problems and taking initiative
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Highly organized and detail-oriented with the ability to prioritize and multitask

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field or equivalent experience
• 5-7 years administrative support experience with a minimum of 2 supporting executive level positions

Who We Hire

Simply put, we hire everyone. MillerKnoll is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veterans from every branch of military service, and more. Here, you can bring your whole self to work. We’re committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities.

Who We Hire?

Simply put, we hire qualified applicants representing a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. Holly Hunt is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veterans from every branch of military service, and more. Here, you can bring your whole self to work. We’re committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities.

This organization participates in E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification. In general, MillerKnoll positions are closed within 45 days and are open for applications for a minimum of 5 days. We encourage our prospective candidates to submit their application(s) expediently so as not to miss out on our opportunities. We frequently post new opportunities and encourage prospective candidates to check back often for new postings.

MillerKnoll complies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact MillerKnoll Talent Acquisition at [email protected].