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Executive Assistant

by United Airlines

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Date Posted

September 25, 2026

Employment Type

Full Time

Salary Range

Negotiable

Cost of Living

View details for Chicago

Locations

Chicago, Illinois

Application Deadline

October 25, 2026

Description

Why Inflight Services?

Our customers choose United because of our dedication to safety and passion for service. United's Inflight Services team is made up of diverse, driven individuals working together to Connect People and Unite the World. From operational leadership and crew planning to safety and service procedures, our Inflight Services team provides the innovative approaches, tools, training and guidance needed for our flight attendants to deliver the best possible customer experience, and aid in our mission to become the best airline in the history of aviation. 
 

Job Overview and Responsibilities


The Executive Assistant role is to perform advanced, diversified and confidential administrative work duties.  This role supports one or more leaders of a business unit. 
 

  • Preparing general correspondence, memoranda, expense reports, etc (which may include presentation preparation
  • Provide assistance with coordinating division/companywide events
  • Screening telephone calls and visitors: may screen e-mail correspondence
  • Schedule and maintain calendar of appointments, meetings, and travel itineraries
  • Complete projects as assigned and demonstrates ability to handle multiple tasks with minimal supervision
  • Interface with all departments within the company and represent the respective leadership team in a highly professional manner
  • Communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external customers    
     

What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

  • High School diploma or equivalent

     

  • 3 - 5 years of administrative or executive support experience
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and calendar management systems)
  • Ability to multitask, prioritize competing deadlines, work independently, and work flexible hours
  • Strong organizational and time- management abilities, attention to details, and problem-solving skills
  • Professional demeanor and excellent interpersonal skills
  • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
  • Strong ability to anticipate needs and take initiative
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
  • Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification
  • Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position

     

What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):

  • Associate or bachelor's Degree    
  • Inflight experience
  • Knowledge or use of AI (CoPilot, ChatGPT)
     


Equal Opportunity Employer
https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law.

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AviHire Cost of Living Snapshot: Chicago, Illinois

What aviation pay actually covers in Chicago — AviHire's snapshot of median income, housing, and everyday prices from U.S. Census Bureau data (2023 5-Year ACS estimates).

Median Household Income
$75,134
Median Rent
$1,380/mo
Median Home Value
$315,200
Gasoline (1 gal)
$4.04
Restaurant Meal
$17.79
Milk (1 L)
$1.13
Eggs (dozen)
$2.17

Rent runs about 22.0% of median income in Chicago — affordable by the common 30%-of-income guideline.

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