Guggenheim Securities is seeking a proactive Executive Assistant to support its Investment Banking Private Equity Advisory team in Chicago.  Reporting into the Director of Investment Banking Administration this person will help to support executives in all administrative functions in order to increase the time they dedicate for leadership responsibilities. The ideal candidate must exercise excellent judgment have exceptional communication skills demonstrate strong customer service and professionalism and handle numerous projects and a heavy workflow with a high level of accuracy. The successful candidate will have experience supporting senior level executives and be comfortable interacting with other high-level members of the team and external clients in a fast paced ever-changing environment. The Executive Assistant role is located in Chicago 4 days in office and 1 day remote.

• Manage clerical administrative and all business details
• Manage incoming calls and direct to appropriate parties
• Manage complex calendars across different time zones
• Assist in internal and external meetings and conference presentations including catering ordering/set-up & cleanup
• Manage travel arrangements and prepare itineraries
• Process heavy volume of expense reports
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of DealCloud CRM and Workday preferred but will train
• Strong interpersonal organizational communication and problem- solving skills
• Strict attention to detail with ability to prioritize issues appropriately
• Detail-oriented and able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Hands-on and willing to roll up sleeves to perform any and all responsibilities needed to ensure success

• Undergraduate degree in Business or a related field
• 5-7 years related administrative experience preferred

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Guggenheim Partners is a diversified financial services firm that delivers value to its clients through two primary businesses: Guggenheim Investments, a premier global asset manager and investment advisor, and Guggenheim Securities, a leading investment banking and capital markets business. Guggenheim’s professionals are based in offices around the world, and our commitment is to deliver long-term results with excellence and integrity while advancing the strategic interests of our clients.

Guggenheim is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Learn more at GuggenheimPartners.com, and follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter @GuggenheimPtnrs.