Requirements: German & English
Company: switzerland.xpatjobs.com
Region: Zurich Canton
We are currently looking on behalf of one of our important clients for an Office & Facilities Manager in Zurich Canton. This role is on a contracting basis for 12 months with the possibility of extension.Your Role: Hold responsibility for the Management & Operations of an office environment (approx. 25 employees), ensuring it is clean, safe, productive, & well-maintained. Oversee company facilities, coordinate maintenance & repairs, manage vendors & ensuring compliance with health & safety regulations. Manage day-to-day office operations, including office supplies, mail & equipment. Implement office policies & procedures. Coordinate with an IT department on all office equipment. Oversee company car administration. Plan & manage facility central services such as reception, security, cleaning, waste disposal & parking. Manage contract & price negotiations with office vendors, service providers & office lease. Oversee the facilities & grounds to protect property & personnel against potential risks. Inspect equipment to ascertain if tampering has occurred & reports irregularities. Clear out & destroy an archive (old folders, etc.) that no longer needs to be kept. Provide support with tenders supplement documents, obtain information, etc.Your Skills & Profile: Proven experience as an Office Manager or Front Office Manager. A good knowledge of office administrator responsibilities, systems & procedures. Familiar with the basic principles of facility management. Proficient in MS Office (particularly MS Excel & MS Outlook).Your Profile: Completed Higher Education, ideally focused on Business Administration, Facilities Management, or similar. A high level of drive, accountability & responsibility. Collaborative, confident, assertive, proactive, resilient, adaptable & positive. Excellent time management, organizational & planning skills & very proficient in multi-tasking & prioritizing work within fast-paced environments. Fluent German language skills (spoken & written to at least C1 Level) & business proficient English are mandatory requirements. Any French & Italian skills are advantageous.