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Office & Management Support

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Sector trends 2027

The Office & Management Support function is undergoing significant transformation. Administrative professionals are increasingly expected to contribute beyond traditional support activities, taking ownership of projects, governance activities, communication, events, budgeting and operational coordination. As AI automates routine administrative tasks, the most successful professionals are those who combine strong business acumen, digital literacy and stakeholder management capabilities.

Executive Assistants and Office Managers are increasingly taking ownership of project coordination, internal communication, event management, finance-related tasks and operational governance.

The most sought-after profiles are no longer purely administrative. Employers are prioritising individuals who demonstrate project coordination skills and cross-functional capabilities.

Often operating outside traditional departmental structures, these roles remain undervalued, and a significant gap persists between the reality of the work and how it is perceived.

From a candidate perspective, competitive compensation remains important, but expectations extend far beyond salary. Professionals are increasingly seeking purpose, intellectual stimulation, career development opportunities, and the ability to contribute meaningfully to business outcomes. Flexibility, wellbeing, and hybrid working arrangements also remain critical factors in attracting and retaining top talent.

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Office & Management Support Insights

    • Additional information

      This salary guide applies for the entire country of Switzerland. However, please note that the salaries in the region of Zurich tend to be much higher than in Romandie. Salaries also tend to be different depending on the type of company structure (SMEs vs. Multinationals).

    • Most in-demand skills & experience

      1. Languages
      2. Business acumen & project management skills
      3. Digital savvy & AI literacy
      4. Autonomy & Adaptability
      5. Loyalty & Stability

    • Most wanted positions

      1. Executive Assistant / Senior Executive Assistant
      2. Receptionist
      3. Team/Project Assistant
      4. Administrative Assistant
      5. Chief of Staff / Executive Office Manager

    • Top sectors which pay the most

      1. Tobacco
      2. Banking & Financial Services
      3. Commodity Trading
      4. Healthcare & Life Sciences
      5. Luxury and FMCG


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