Adams Street Partners · 15 hours ago
Receptionist
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$50K/yr - $70K/yrAdams Street Partners is a global private markets investment manager with a strong collaborative culture. They are seeking a highly organized and proactive Receptionist and Office Administrator to support their Chicago office, focusing on administrative and operational tasks while providing front-of-house coverage.
Asset ManagementFinanceFinancial ServicesVenture Capital
Responsibilities
Process and track Chicago office invoices, including vendor, facilities, and ad hoc expenses
Provide administrative support to the broader administrative team, including expense processing, Salesforce record maintenance, and routine data entry
Manage the firm’s general email inbox, including marketing distributions, audit requests, and fund-related inquiries, ensuring timely acknowledgment, tracking, and appropriate internal routing
Establish and manage a centralized company swag inventory process
Coordinate and triage day-to-day office management requests outside the scope of third-party services, including vendor repairs, facilities issues, temperature requests, internal announcements, and ad hoc office needs
Assist with coordination submittal/review of small-scale legal contracts
Maintain office records and support routine office-related tasks
Provide administrative support (expense reports, calendar management, travel) during Executive Assistant vacations, absences, peak periods, and team transitions to ensure continuity of operations
Support a Chicago-based employee population of 190+ by providing professional front-of-house coverage and on-site coordination
Manage guest registration, greeting, and on-site logistics for visitors and client meetings
Serve as an ambassador of the firm to visitors and external stakeholders
Coordinate incoming deliveries, including couriers, catering, and non–freight elevator items
Qualification
Required
Prior experience in an administrative, office management, or receptionist role, preferably in a professional services or corporate environment
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
High attention to detail and comfort handling routine processes
Professional demeanor with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to operate independently, anticipate needs, and proactively resolve issues
Ability to work on-site 5 days a week is required
Proficiency with common office tools and systems (e.g., email platforms, CRM/databases such as Salesforce, expense management tools)
Ability to serve as a visible, front-facing representative of the firm
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) with immediate vesting and employer match
Profit sharing
Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
Paid parental leave, including adoption
Generous paid time off
Commuter benefits
Employer-paid short- and long-term disability and life insurance
Access to additional voluntary benefits
Company
Adams Street Partners
Adams Street Partners operates as a global private market investment management firm.
Founded in 1972
201-500 employees
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Funding
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Chief Technology Officer
Lena Pugh
Vice President
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