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Tuesday, July 29, 2014

Part-Time Estate Manager/Personal Assistant- Chicago, IL

Part-Time Estate Manager/Personal Assistant needed in Chicago (Gold Coast). Schedule will be 20-30 hours/week, more or less depending on when the principal is in town. For example: when principal is in town, the schedule will typically be 3-4 days/week from 2pm-8pm. When the principal is out of town, the schedule will be based on vendor availability and will be on an as-needed basis. 

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

-Overall maintenance of the home
-Working with vendors
-Coordinating household maintenance
-Packing/Unpacking luggage
-Light housekeeping 
-Running errands (pharmacy, dry cleaning, etc.)

The successful candidate is organized, communicative, hard working, patient, and proactive. Must have a can-do attitude and be willing to work flexible hours as needed. Candidate must have basic knowledge on home renovations, plumbing, etc. Must be tech-savvy and have their own vehicle. Salary is $30-40,000/year, DOE. To apply or for more details, please e-mail Mallory@alteregoconcierge.com

Full Time Nanny/Housekeeper – Chicago, IL

Full-Time Nanny/Housekeeper needed for a sweet family of four in Chicago. Family has two children (ages 14 and 11) and parents both work full-time. Schedule is Monday-Friday, from roughly 7:15am-6pm although family requests flexibility for occasional weekends or evenings. This is a great opportunity for a candidate who is looking to stay with an employer for years to come, as this family has a long-term track record of keeping staff (10+ years).

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

-provide care and transportation for the children
-pet care for family dog 
-care and upkeep of the household (i.e. tidying, dishes, general upkeep)
-children's laundry
-meal preparation and cooking 
-running errands and grocery shopping
-maintain household inventory and supplies; restock when needed 

Ideal candidate is proactive, loving, reliable, dependable, easygoing, versatile and proactive. Family is looking for someone who can evolve as their needs change, and a team player who is willing to pitch in wherever needed. Applicants must drive, maintain a clean driving record, and have his/her own reliable vehicle. Salary is $36,000/year plus overtime and bonuses 3x/year. To apply or for more information, please email info@alteregoconcierge.com

Wednesday, July 23, 2014

Full-Time Nanny- Glen Ellyn, IL

Glen Ellyn family of three is seeking a Full-Time Nanny to join their family. Ideal candidate is honest, has a calm and easygoing demeanor & a positive attitude. Schedule is Monday 7:30am - 5pm , Tuesday – Friday, 8am – 5:30pm, with flexibility. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: overall care of 1 child (15-months old), light laundry, light meal preparation, creating fun activities, etc. Candidate must be able to drive/has own car & is pet-friendly. Salary is $12–14/hour, DOE. To apply or for more information, please email Lindsay@alteregoconcierge.com.

Full-Time Corporate/Administrative Assistant needed- Chicago, IL (Near North Side)

Finance firm on the near North side of Chicago is seeking a full-time Corporate/Administrative Assistant to work alongside the Senior Executive Assistant for a prominent Executive. Schedule will be full-time, Monday-Friday, with occasional flexibility required. Ideal candidate has a minimum of 4-6 years of formal experience as an Assistant. All applicants must have a degree from a 4-year college or university. 

Duties include but are not limited to:
  • Heavy phone and email correspondence
  • Assisting with personal shopping, booking travel, planning events, errands, and other needs
  • Data entry and upkeep of database, contacts, and vendor lists
  • Creating, submitting, and organizing all expense reports
  • Calendar maintenance- including all appointments, visits, and meetings
  • General office support
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office platforms, Mac/PC platform, smartphones, and basic Quickbooks is a plus but not a necessity. Ideal candidate should be a true career Assistant who is looking to make a long-term commitment. Salary is $50-70,000 + top benefits package. To apply or for more details, email info@alteregoconcierge.com. 

House Manager needed for Formal Residence- Chicago, IL (Lincoln Park)

Private employer in Chicago (Lincoln Park) is seeking a full-time, highly experienced House Manager to join fully-staffed household asap. Ideal candidate has 3-5+ years experience working as a House Manager in a formal residence, and is highly capable, organized, good with problem-solving, professional, diligent, and a team player. Applicants must be willing to submit to a thorough background check, including credit and drug testing; all candidates must also drive (company vehicle will be provided) and be legally able to work in the US. 

Duties include:
  • Maintaining clean & impeccable residence at all times; keen attention to detail is of the utmost importance
  • Overseeing and managing all staff; acting as household's HR when needed 
  • In charge of household and security systems, vendor management, and installations/routine maintenance
  • Follow through with the house manual's protocol, schedules, and routine, and update when necessary 
  • Handle household's monthly budget, including expense reports and purchasing
  • Work alongside Family Office and act as a liaison with Executive Assistants and other staff to ensure smooth transitions and communication between business/personal lives
  • Errands and other needs open Principal's request
Applicants should possess the following qualities:
  • Able to work well in times of high stress, such as events, construction and other projects. 
  • Excellent multi-tasker 
  • Great with prioritizing duties and schedules, and managing time sensitive projects 
  • Works well with a team or autonomously; must be good with delegating as well as self-management
Schedule will be (on average) Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm but does require 24/7 accessibility as HM will be on call and can often be contacted via Smartphone during off hours. This position is open to all qualified applicants in and out-of-state. To apply or for more details, please email info@alteregoconcierge.com. 


Part-Time Personal Assistant- Chicago, IL (Gold Coast/Streeterville)

Part-Time Personal Assistant needed for busy household in Chicago (Gold Coast/Streeterville). Client is looking for a great, child-friendly PA to work 10 hours/week, split between two days. Flexible as to what days/hours are worked. 

Responsibilities include:

-Assisting with managing the household 
-Managing the family schedules
-Running errands
-Keeping stock of household inventory

Ideal candidate is energetic, honest, loves children and is very organized. Salary is $18-20/hour, plus performance based bonuses, and paid vacation. To apply or for more information, e-mail info@alteregoconcierge.com

Part-Time Housekeeper – Winnetka, IL

Part-Time Housekeeper needed for family in Winnetka. Ideal candidate has 5-7 years experience cleaning in a private household, pet-friendly (family has 1 large dog), child-friendly and trustworthy. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: laundry, changing beds, organizing closets, and overall cleaning of the home. Schedule is every Wednesday, 9am-2pm. Salary is $18-20/hour, DOE. Start date is August 20. To apply, or for more information, please email lindsay@alteregoconcierge.com.

Part-Time Nanny needed- Franklin, MI

Family of 6 looking for a part-time nanny for their home in Franklin, MI. Schedule is Monday-Friday 3pm-8pm, with flexibility to work on weekends as needed. Daily responsibilities include but are not limited to:

-Help with children (ages 6, 13, 17, 19) with homework 
-Help prepare dinner for the children (candidate must cook!)
-Light housekeeping as needed (help clean up play areas, childrens bedrooms, etc.)
-Occasional overnight stays if parents are traveling

Candidate must drive but does not need their own vehicle. Family is looking for someone pet-friendly, energetic, can swim, and is flexible. Salary is $16-20/hour, DOE. Start date is as soon as possible. To apply or for more information, please e-mail info@alteregoconcierge.com.

Part-Time Administrative Assistant needed- Chicago, IL (Edison Park)

Part-time Administrative Assistant needed to assist a CPA/CFP in her home-based office in Edison Park. Schedule is approximately 20 hours per week, which can be flexible but preferably around 5 hours per day. Duties include written and electronic communication, coordinating schedule (appointments, meetings, daily calendar management, etc) and organization projects. Candidates must be tech-savvy, detail-oriented, and be comfortable doing office work. Salary is $20/hour plus paid time off, and there is room to grow in this role. To apply or for more information, please email mallory@alteregoconcierge.com

Tuesday, July 22, 2014

Full Time Housekeeper Needed- Colorado

Private family looking for a full-time Housekeeper for their Colorado home. Housekeeper must have previous experience working in private homes with good, verifiable references, and be legal to work in the United States. Position is live-out, full-time, with schedule being 45 hours/week; weekend availability is a must when family is in residence. 

Housekeeper will be responsible for always having the house ready for family or guests arrival, deep cleaning of the entire home, laundry, help in the kitchen with food preparation when necessary, organizing, and running errands. Housekeeper must be familiar with fine linens, art, and furniture.

The ideal candidate is looking to a long term commitment, shows initiative, is flexible and most importantly,  is trustworthy and understands that confidentiality is of the utmost importance. Candidate must be a non-smoker, driver and have a valid vehicle, and love dogs. Top salary and benefits package offered. To apply, please e-mail your resume to info@alteregoconcierge.com

Part-Time House Manager Needed- Highland Park, IL

Household Manager/Nanny needed for family of four (11 and 17-year-old) in Highland Park.

Ideal candidate is energetic, organized and able to wear multiple hats. Must be comfortable working in a home with school-aged children and a dog. Schedule is flexible and will guarantee 25 hours/week. Candidate can work 3 longer day or 4-5 shorter days, but must be able to spend the night a few times a year when needed. Salary is $18-26/hour, plus 2 weeks paid vacation, 6 national holidays, and 4 sick days.

Typical household duties include, but are not limited to:

-preparing simple dinners (including gluten-free dishes)
-taking the younger child to appointments and activities
-grocery shopping, errands, 
-laundry
-organizational projects throughout the home
-help with emails, filing, bill paying, general office duties

To apply, or for more information, please email Lindsay@alteregoconcierge.com.

Full-Time Nanny needed- Chicago, IL (Bucktown)

Full Time Nanny needed for family of three in Bucktown. Family has one boy who is 9 months old. Schedule is Monday-Friday, with flexibility for occasional weekends. Position will guarantee 40-50 hours/week. Your hours and travel schedule will be set the first of the month and will be gone over every Friday for the next week. A typical day could be from 8am-5pm, or 12pm-8pm. Salary is DOE, plus great benefits and perks. Daily job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

-Overall care of the child
-Assisting with light housekeeping pertaining to the child, cooking and running errands
-Occasional travel, both domestic and internationally
-Travel with family on occasion

The ideal candidate has an easygoing personality, excellent communication skills and has extensive experience caring for infants and young children. Must have a valid US passport and speak impeccable English, Spanish speaking is a plus. Salary is contingent upon previous experience. To apply, or for more information, please email info@alteregoconcierge.com

Wednesday, July 16, 2014

Executive Assistant Needed- Chicago, IL


Executive Assistant needed for specialized, privately held real estate group  in downtown Chicago. Position requires supporting the President and other team members as needed/upon request. Daily responsibilities include but are not limited to:

-Heavy phone and e-mail correspondence
-Planning and booking travel
-Scheduling appointments and conferences
-Filing and general database input and upkeep
-Assisting other employees in the office if needed

The successful candidate is polished, well-spoken, has a positive attitude, and an engaging personality. Candidate must have 3-5 years experience in a similar role. Start date is August 18th or sooner. Salary is $50-60,000/year, DOE plus great benefits package. To apply or for more details, e-mail mallory@alteregoconcierge.com

Tuesday, July 8, 2014

Part-Time Nanny Needed- Wilmette, IL

Part-Time Nanny needed for family of four in Wilmette, IL. Family has one four year old boy, and one 8 month old daughter. Schedule will be roughly 8am-11am, 3 days/week. The family would love someone who is flexible and open to occasional evening hours as needed. Family has one large dog, so candidate must be dog friendly!

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

-Overall care of the children
-Take children to the park, plan activities, etc
-Light housekeeping 
-Occasional errand running if need

Candidate must have 3+ years experience, have their own vehicle, and . The ideal candidate is outgoing, friendly, organized, energetic,  . Start date is as soon as possible and salary is $15/hour, or based upon previous experience. To apply or for more information, please e-mail resume to Mallory@alteregoconcierge.com