office assistant salaries in chicago, illinois

Looking for a Receptioinist/Admin Assistant for a Showroom. You would be working the front desk, greeting all clients and visitors coming in, answering phones, cleaning/organizing the space, assisting with hosting lunches and various events, and other duties as necessary.  Really looking for someone who is out-going, professional, and can provide a high level customer experience to clients and visitors.  There are times when you will be work independently or with a group. Looking for someone who is a self-starter, can take initiative, likes to be creative, and is comfortable with all aspects of hospitality.   Qualifications: Two years of administrative experience or customer service.  Excellent multi-tasking skills with ability to organize and prioritize work. strong attention to detail. strong communication, especially telephone, skills. Must be flexible and adaptable in ever-changing work environment, including flexibility in work hours. Ability to be "forward-looking"; recommends alternatives and solutions to issues. Proficient in using PC, via keyboard/mouse, and various software (i.e., Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, WebEx). Proficient in utilizing various office equipment (i.e., copy machines, faxes, and/or scanners). Ability to lift/move material weighing up to 25 pounds.salary: $20 - $25 per hourshift: Firstwork hours: 8 AM - 5 PMeducation: No Degree RequiredResponsibilitiesProvides pro-active support, ensuring appropriate, timely meetings and interactions with peers, staff, and other members occur. Assembles necessary materials and information. Greet all visitors and clients that come into the business  Answers phones in a professional manner  Organize and tidy up the office on a regular basis to ensure it is presentable at all times Assist and help plan various events including lunches and happy hours and help clean up space after  Prepares internal and external correspondence, including that of highly confidential and complex nature, utilizing personal computer (PC), keyboard/mouse, and various software, including, but not limited to, word processing, spreadsheet, graphics, and email. Sorts and screens incoming and outgoing mail to take necessary follow-up action. Assists with distributing literature throughout functional area Answers telephones to receive and provide necessary information; takes appropriate follow-up action, including referring callers to others.   Assists with preparation of presentation materials. Works independently on special non-recurring and ongoing projects. Acts as project coordinator for special projects as requested; may include planning and coordinating multiple tasks and disseminating large volumes of information  SkillsFront DeskGreeting CustomersClerical WorkOrdering SuppliesReceptionist DutiesAnswering PhonesAdministrative DutiesMulti-taskingMicrosoft OfficeOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal SkillsProblem SolvingDecision MakingOrganizationCreativityWorking IndependentlyQualificationsYears 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 health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

Randstad is supporting a large financial firm who is looking to hire an admin who is proficient in Adobe, Outlook, and Excel. If you have this experience and could benefit from gaining experience in the financial industry, please consider applying today!  This role is currently approved as a 10 month contract.salary: $24.92 - $24.93 per hourshift: Firstwork hours: 8 AM - 5 PMeducation: BachelorsResponsibilities Administrative Assistant for Private Bank Personal Tax Solutions Responsibilities include working with full-time administrative staff in assembling and handling income tax returns, processing various tax documents, creating cover letters and packages for overnight delivery to clients as well as tax authorities Occasional overtime may be required (potential 1-2 hours to complete deadlines) SkillsOral CommunicationCreating PresentationsHandling Confidential InformationAdobeExcelOutlookQualificationsYears of experience: 2 yearsExperience level: ExperiencedRandstad 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 health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

We're looking for a receptionist in the DuPage county area on a contract basis. The role consists of greeting visitors, helping visitors navigate the office, maintaining calendars, sorting mail, filing and making copies, planning travel arrangements answering and managing incoming calls. If you're interested please apply!salary: $17 - $20 per hourshift: Firstwork hours: 8 AM - 4 PMeducation: High SchoolResponsibilities Greeting visitors Helping visitors navigate the office Providing refreshments to visitors Maintaining appointment calendars Sorting mail Making copies Planning travel arrangements Answering and managing incoming calls Setting up appointments SkillsGreeting CustomersClerical WorkAnswering PhonesMulti-taskingMicrosoft OfficeReceptionist DutiesQualificationsYears of experience: 2 yearsExperience 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 health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).This posting is open for thirty (30) days.