Events and Project Coordinator

WHO WE ARE

Headquartered in the historic Chicago Board of Trade, PEAK6 Capital Management is a proprietary options trading firm that has been defining the industry for more than 25 years. While many firms have come and gone, PEAK6 Capital Management has consistently delivered liquidity to the options market. We thrive due to our firm’s special blend of financial acumen, ability to manage risk, and cutting-edge technology.

Our success is driven by our team of technologists, engineers, and traders who leverage proprietary tech and a data-centric approach to maintain inventory and stay ahead of the markets, so customers can, too.

We are committed to providing dependable liquidity, which is crucial for market stability, investor confidence, and efficient trading across asset classes.

ABOUT THIS ROLE

We are looking for a highly organized and proactive Events & Project Coordinator to join our growing Administrative Support Team. In this entry-level role, you will be an integral part of the day-to-day operations of three offices in planning and executing events, supporting cross-functional projects, and providing general administrative assistance to non-executive staff. This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their administrative career who is eager to grow, learn, and make an immediate impact.

This position is based out of our Chicago office and will have occasional travel up to 10%. 

You'll be responsible for:

Event Planning & Coordination

• Plan, coordinate, and execute internal events across three office locations, including team meetings, all-hands sessions, celebrations, and off sites

• Manage event logistics from start to finish: venue coordination, catering, invitations, A/V setup, and post-event wrap-up

• Maintain an events calendar and proactively communicate details to relevant stakeholders

• Partner with the Executive Assistant on larger-scale events requiring elevated coordination

Project Coordination Support

• Assist in tracking and organizing project timelines, deliverables, and follow-ups for ongoing initiatives

• Support the Sr. EA / Program Manager with operational tasks related to capacity planning and team projects

• Prepare meeting notes, action item lists, and status summaries as needed

• Help maintain team documentation, shared drives, and process resources

General Administrative Support

• Provide day-to-day administrative assistance to non-executive staff across teams

• Handle ad hoc requests including scheduling assistance, document preparation, supply ordering, and space coordination

• Serve as a point of contact for interoffice operational questions and logistical needs

• Support onboarding logistics for new team members

YOUR EXPERIENCE

• 1+ year of experience in an administrative, coordinator, or office support role

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Proficiency with Google Workspace (Gmail, Calendar, Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides)

• A collaborative, team-first attitude with a willingness to take on a variety of tasks

• Attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving

Nice to Have

• Experience planning in-person events or off-sites

• Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Asana, Monday.com, Notion)

• Experience supporting multiple stakeholders or offices simultaneously

Why Join Our Team

You’ll be joining a lean, high-performing administrative team that values initiative, collaboration, and continuous improvement. This role offers direct mentorship from senior administrative professionals and the opportunity to grow your skills in event planning, project coordination, and executive support. If you’re someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, takes pride in keeping things running smoothly, and is excited to take on new challenges we’d love to hear from you.

OUR REWARDS

We offer a robust package of employee perks and benefits, including healthcare benefits (medical, dental and vision, EAP), competitive PTO, 401k match, parental leave, and HSA contribution match. We also provide our employees with a paid subscription to the Calm app and offer generous external learning and tuition reimbursement benefits. As a hybrid workforce, we offer our employees the ability to work remotely up to two days a week.

Base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and office location. This position also may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in addition to a range of health & wellness benefits, enhancing your overall compensation package.

Base Salary Range

$23-$29

PEAK6 is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected characteristic. Our hiring practices ensure that all qualified applicants receive fair consideration without regard to these characteristics.

PEAK6 is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all candidates, including those with disabilities. We are dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please contact our HR department at hr@peak6.com. We will work with you to provide the necessary accommodations to ensure your full participation in our hiring process.

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