What is the Position? Evercore seeks to hire an Executive Assistant to support a Senior Managing Director, Managing Director, and junior bankers within the Financial Services Advisory team in the Chicago office. This high-visibility role requires a seasoned administrative professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, possesses strong judgment, and excels in managing multiple priorities with minimal oversight.

Primary Responsibilities: The Executive Assistant will ensure smooth and efficient operations for senior bankers by managing scheduling, travel, communications, and other administrative functions. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Manage and prioritize complex and shifting calendars, including scheduling meetings and coordinating across time zones
• Act as a gatekeeper and liaison to maximize senior leadership’s focus on high-priority initiatives
• Proactively manage email requests and incoming communications, ensuring timely action and follow-ups
• Coordinate domestic and international travel, including logistics, itineraries, and adjustments in real-time
• Prepare and submit accurate and timely expense reports
• Organize and facilitate conference calls and meetings, including room bookings, attendee coordination, and agenda management
• Work closely with other EAs to ensure consistent coverage and smooth team operations, offering backup support as needed
• Maintain confidentiality while handling sensitive information with integrity
• Support bankers in both professional and occasional personal matters as required
• Anticipate upcoming needs and responsibilities to ensure executive readiness and team alignment
• Demonstrate a strong team mentality and a proactive, flexible approach to administrative challenges

Specific Qualifications:

• 3–7 years of experience supporting senior-level executives in fast-paced, high-stakes environments
• Exceptional organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Strong ability to make independent decisions, solve problems, and prioritize effectively
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Outlook (email/calendar) and familiar with Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and other conferencing tools
• Demonstrated experience managing international/domestic travel logistics
• Excellent judgment and ability to manage confidential information appropriately
• Comfortable working under tight deadlines and handling last-minute changes with grace
• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) or equivalent work experience
• Prior experience supporting executives in investment banking or financial services
• Exposure to group head-level executive support is a plus
• Familiarity with Concur or similar expense management systems
• Standard in-office hours: 8:30am - 5:30pm or 9:00am - 6:00pm; flexibility required to support extended hours as needed

Expected Base Salary Range: $100,000 - $110,000

In addition to a competitive base salary, employees may be eligible to receive a discretionary bonus. Evercore also offers a variety of benefits and programs, subject to eligibility. These include, but are not limited to:

• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance, including healthcare savings and reimbursements accounts
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life and disability insurance, including additional voluntary financial protection insurance
• Well-being resources and programs, including mental health and mindfulness programs, digital wellness platforms, well-being events, and targeted on-site health services
• Family-building and family-support benefits
• Paid parental, caregiver, marriage and bereavement leave
• Commuter benefits, health club membership discounts, and other corporate discounts
• Paid holidays, vacation days, personal days, sick days, and volunteer opportunities