Administrative Assistant - Chicago

Nate Berkus Associates Chicago is looking for an Administrative Assistant to provide direct support to the Office Manager and Office Coordinator, as well as general support to the design teams. The ideal candidate enjoys a fast-paced work environment, and possesses excellent organizational skills, strong attention to detail, and an optimistic perspective.

What You Will Do
- Handle all incoming telephone calls, guests, mail and package deliveries
- Kitchen / office equipment maintenance
- General office organization and client meeting preparation
- Errands as needed
- Planning & execution for office lunches, birthdays, happy hours, and special events
- Maintain & order office supplies
- Special projects as needed; e.g. holiday cards
- Oversee the general Requests/Employment email accounts
- Internship administration: job postings, resume distribution, timesheets
- Oversee all charity requests
- Light bookkeeping/credit card coding
- Filing/Document and storage organization
- Computer coordination and support for staff with IT

Your Qualifications
- 2+ years of professional experience in a fast-paced environment
- Experience using office management software (including Outlook, Office 365, Microsoft Office)
- Excellent written & verbal communication, presentation, and problem-solving skills
- Adaptable and flexible, able to manage competing priorities and have excellent time management skills
- Ability to wear many hats
- Positive, dedicated, and resourceful
- Exhibit a high level of initiative and ability to anticipate needs of the office and employees
- Experience with Studio Designer is a plus, or the ability to quickly learn new programs

At Nate Berkus, benefits include health and dental insurance, IRA plan and paid vacation. We pay a Base salary to be determined. Email your resume to employment@nateberkus.com. Please, no phone calls.

Nate Berkus Associates Chicago is looking for an intern for the Winter semester beginning in January 2023. The position would require 2-3 days of work per week.

Responsibilities include: maintenance of the sample library, assisting Designers and Design Assistants with pricing, quotes, and selection of materials which may require trips to vendor showrooms. Other duties may include CAD, drafting, and entry of specifications into our design tracking program, assisting with preparation of presentations as well as filing and other administrative duties. Proficiency in Photoshop and PC/Windows is a plus.

Please send your resume to employment@nateberkus.com to apply for this unique, paid internship opportunity.

Nate Berkus Associates Chicago is looking for an intern for the Summer semester beginning in May 2023. The position would require 2-3 days of work per week.

Responsibilities include maintenance of the sample library, assisting Designers and Design Assistants with pricing, quotes, and selection of materials which may require trips to the Merchandise Mart. Other duties may include CAD, drafting, and entry of specifications into our design tracking program, assisting with preparation of presentations as well as filing and other administrative duties. Proficiency in Photoshop and PC/Windows is a plus.

Please send your resume to employment@nateberkus.com to apply for this unique, paid internship opportunity.

Nate Berkus Associates Los Angeles is looking for an intern for the Summer semester beginning in May 2023. The position would require 2-3 days of work per week.

Responsibilities include maintenance of the sample library, assisting Designers and Design Assistants with pricing, quotes, and selection of materials which may require trips to vendor showrooms. Other duties may include CAD, drafting, and entry of specifications into our design tracking program, assisting with preparation of presentations as well as filing and other administrative duties. Proficiency in Photoshop and PC/Windows is a plus.

Please send your resume to employment@nateberkus.com to apply for this unique, paid internship opportunity.