Office Assistant & Assistant to Chief of Staff

Geneva Permanent View Job Description
We are looking for a service‑oriented Office Assistant to manage day‑to‑day office operations and provide executive support to the Chief of Staff of the CEO. This is a key role, ensuring a smooth and welcoming environment while supporting strategic coordination at executive level. The ideal candidate is polished, discreet, solution‑driven, and thrives in a fast‑paced environment.

Added 15/01/2026

  • Bilingual French and English - Full time onsite role
  • Flexible and comfortable navigating shifting priorities.

About Our Client

Our client is a FMCG.

Job Description



1. Reception & Front‑of‑House Management

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for visitors, clients, and partners.
  • Welcome guests with a high level of professionalism and ensure a positive experience.
  • Manage the reception desk (phones, emails, deliveries, badges, visitor registration).
  • Coordinate meeting rooms, prepare them (equipment, refreshments), and ensure smooth turnover.
  • Handle incoming and outgoing mail, courier services, and logistics.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and elegant reception area aligned with corporate standards.



2. Office Management (for an 80‑employee office)

  • Ensure smooth daily office operations and act as the central go‑to person for all office‑related topics.
  • Liaise with suppliers, facility management, IT, building services, and external vendors.
  • Oversee office supplies, equipment, and space planning (desks, seating plans, workspace allocation).
  • Support health & safety procedures and ensure compliance with internal guidelines.
  • Support the organization of internal events, celebrations, and company gatherings.



3. Executive Support to the Chief of Staff

  • Act as a trusted right hand to the Chief of Staff, supporting coordination and project follow‑up for the CEO Office.
  • Prepare agendas, reports, briefing documents, and presentations.
  • Assist with high‑level meeting preparation, leadership offsites, board sessions, and travel arrangements.
  • Track deadlines, priorities, and follow‑up actions to ensure nothing falls through the cracks.
  • Handle sensitive and confidential information with absolute discretion.



4. Administrative & Coordination Tasks

  • Process invoices, expense reports, purchase orders, and supplier contracts.
  • Maintain digital and physical filing systems and internal databases.
  • Support onboarding/offboarding: equipment preparation, access badges, welcome packs, office tours.
  • Draft internal communications and support cross‑department requests when needed.

The Successful Applicant



Experience

  • 3-5+ years as an Office Assistant, Receptionist, Administrative Assistant, or Executive Assistant.
  • Experience in a fast‑paced, international corporate environment is strongly preferred.
  • Previous exposure to supporting senior leadership is an asset.



Skills

  • Outstanding organizational and multitasking abilities.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor, especially at reception.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; French is a strong asset.
  • Mastery of MS Office Suite (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word).
  • Ability to anticipate needs, solve problems proactively, and work with discretion.

What's on Offer

  • A vibrant, modern office in the heart of Geneva.
  • A central role with visibility and interaction across all teams.
  • Close collaboration with the Chief of Staff and exposure to executive decision‑making.
  • A dynamic and international work environment where your impact truly matters.



Quote job ref
JN-012026-6922907

Job summary

Job Function
Office & Management Support
Specialisation
Office Manager
Industry
FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)
Location
Geneva
Contract Type
Permanent
Job Reference
JN-012026-6922907

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