Administrative Assistant - Commercial Banking

Job Overview

This position offers vital administrative support to a national sales team operating within the commercial banking sector. The role encompasses managing complex calendars, arranging travel, processing expenses and invoices, and facilitating smooth day-to-day operations to support relationship and portfolio managers effectively in a dynamic financial environment.

Key Duties

• Oversee detailed calendar management and coordinate meetings efficiently.
• Plan and organize travel arrangements and logistics.
• Accurately handle expense reporting and invoice processing.
• Draft a variety of business-related documents and correspondence.
• Serve as a primary liaison for communications with internal teams and external contacts.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• A minimum of 4 years’ experience in administrative or executive support roles.
• Proven ability to maintain a strict 5-day in-office schedule from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM Central Time.
• Excellent organizational skills coupled with meticulous attention to detail.
• Proficiency with advanced calendar management, travel coordination, expense reporting, invoice processing, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Industry experience in banking or financial services is preferred.

Job Details and Terms

• Contract type is W2 for a duration of at least 6 months.
• Location: Chicago, Illinois with mandatory onsite presence five days per week.
• Compensation ranges between $25 and $29 per hour on a W2 basis.

About the Employer

Akraya is a renowned IT staffing firm celebrated for excellence and a positive workplace culture. Among numerous accolades, they include Stevie Employer of the Year 2025, SIA Best Staffing Firm to Work For 2025, Inc 5000 Best Workspaces in the US (2024 & 2025), and Glassdoor's Best Places to Work (2022 & 2023). They specialize in connecting professionals to rewarding roles at Fortune 100 companies, emphasizing not just job placement but inspirational work environments.