Executive Assistant

The Group:

The Corporate team unites a variety of functions at Morningstar including design, marketing, finance, quality, human resources, corporate communications, legal, compliance, strategic planning, and technology with the goal of keeping our business running smoothly. Each of these functions plays an essential role in supporting our company's infrastructure, day-to-day operations, and ongoing strategic initiatives.

The Role:

As an executive assistant, you will provide exceptional administrative support to senior leaders. You will play a vital role to the organization as you assist leaders with their day-to-day needs which allow them to concentrate on client and management responsibilities. This position is based in our Chicago office.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain order for leaders' schedule, desk, day-to-day tasks, etc.
• Manage schedules, make appointments, and coordinate meetings, often across multiple time zones.
• Anticipate the needs of leaders while maintaining day-to-day workflow.
• Gain and establish expertise of financial expense reporting system (Concur).
• Coordinate domestic and international business travel.
• Assist with special projects as needed.
• Increase efficiency though continuous process improvement.
• Provide daily reception coverage

Requirements

• 2-5 years of experience as an executive assistant; C-level experience preferred.
• Excellent communication, organization, and time management skills.
• Ability to professionally handle sensitive and confidential information.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize and act with appropriate judgment.
• Knowledge of Windows-based applications.
• Proven ability to multi task as you will service multiple executives.
• Work well in a team environment.

Compensation and Benefits

At Morningstar we believe people are at their best when they are at their healthiest. That's why we champion your wellness through a wide-range of programs that support all stages of your personal and professional life. Here are some examples of the offerings we provide:

• Financial Health
  • 75% 401k match up to 7%
  • Stock Ownership Potential
  • Company provided life insurance - 1x salary + commission

• Physical Health
  • Comprehensive health benefits (medical/dental/vision) including potential premium discounts and company-provided HSA contributions (up to $500-$2,000 annually) for specific plansand coverages
  • Additional medical Wellness Incentives - up to $300-$600 annual
  • Company-provided long- and short-term disabilityinsurance

• Emotional Health
  • Trust-Based Time Off
  • 6-week Paid Sabbatical Program
  • 6-Week Paid Family Caregiving Leave
  • Competitive 8-24 Week Paid Parental Bonding Leave
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Leadership Coaching & Formal MentorshipOpportunities
  • Annual Education Stipend
  • Tuition Reimbursement

• Social Health
  • Charitable Matching Gifts program
  • Dollars for Doers volunteer program
  • Paid volunteering days
  • 15+ Employee Resource & Affinity Groups

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Total Cash Compensation Range

Morningstar's hybrid work environment gives you the opportunity to work remotely and collaborate in-person each week. While some positions are available as fully remote, we've found that we're at our best when we're purposely together on a regular basis, typically three days each week. A range of other benefits are also available to enhance flexibility as needs change. No matter where you are, you'll have tools and resources to engage meaningfully with your global colleagues.