Project Assistant to Executive Chairman
We are seeking a highly skilled Project Assistant to support our Executive Chairman in driving organizational-wide business and technical projects at our Headquarters in Pfäffikon SZ.
The successful candidate will collaborate closely with senior stakeholders, including Business Leaders and the Executive Committee, to develop and deliver projects that align with our company's strategic goals. This is an exceptional opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career professional to jumpstart their career in a dynamic and global technology company.
Your Key Responsibilities:
* Manage projects and related work streams for the Board of Directors, the Oerlikon Group, and specific business divisions, ensuring timely completion and effective progress tracking.
* Collaborate with Oerlikon business stakeholders worldwide to drive strategy, report progress, and move the business forward.
* Design and implement effective monitoring systems and project management tools to track performance, identify bottlenecks, and report progress to project bodies.
* E nsure quality, budget, and on-time delivery of project work.
* Serve as a liaison between staff, senior executives, and the Chairman to facilitate key discussions and information flow.
* Prepare Board and Executive Committee presentations and provide sparring partner support for senior leadership ahead of important meetings.
Your Profile:
* Recent graduate or up to 5 years of experience in a related field, preferably in an international company.
* Exposure to project management tools, processes, and principles.
* Excellent organizational, problem-solving skills, and an entrepreneurial mindset.
* A hands-on, positive, pragmatic, flexible, and results-driven personality with high energy levels and ability to meet tight timelines under pressure.
* Ability to motivate and engage people to contribute to team work.
* Exceptional German and English language skills – both verbal and written.
* Ability to travel (approx. 10%).
We Offer:
* An opportunity to grow and develop your skills.
* A welcoming, supportive, and collaborative team spirit and open company culture.
* An exciting and challenging opportunity to work in a global technology company.
* Attractive compensation and working conditions.
* Modern office facilities within 10 minutes' walk to the train station Pfäffikon/SZ with direct connections to Zurich; the motorway Chur/Zurich within 5 minutes' drive.