Head of Facility Management Switzerland

Head of Facility Management Switzerland

• Full-time

Company Description

Founded and headquartered in Switzerland, Avaloq is continuously expanding its global footprint with around 2,500 colleagues in 10 countries, and more than 160 clients in 35 countries. We are an industry-leading provider of wealth management technology and services for financial institutions around the world, including private banks and wealth managers, investment managers, as well as retail and neo banks. Our research led approach and continual innovation is powered by the passion and creativity of our colleagues.

We are always looking for talented people to join us on our mission to orchestrate the financial ecosystem and democratize access to wealth management. Avaloq offers the opportunity to work closely with some of the world’s leading financial institutions as we jointly develop and shape careers. Championing a collaborative, supportive and flexible work environment empowers our colleagues to reach their full potential.

Job Description

As Head of Facility Management Switzerland you will lead a team of 8-10 employees and will be responsible for our offices in Switzerland (Zurich, Bioggio and Geneva) with more than 25,000 sqm of office space. You will be in charge to provide a productive, safe, healthy and well-maintained ‘world of work’ for Avaloq. You will be part of Real Estate division, which reports into the Operations business area.

Main Place of Work: Zurich Manegg, with regular travelling to Bioggio (TI) and Geneva.

Qualifications

• At least 3-5 years of experience in corporate real estate sector leading a team
• Bachelor’s degree in facility management, real estate, business administration, and/or similar
• Strong interpersonal skills and an entrepreneurial, proactive, customer service based mindset
• Ability to work independently and under high pressure as well as in a demanding and dynamic international environment
• Excellent communication skills to establish effective relationships with internal & external stakeholders
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively
• Participated in and/or managed workplace health and safety as well as evacuation procedures and initiatives
• Experience in financial planning and cost management
• Fluency in German, advanced in English, Italian would be a plus

It would be a real bonus if you have

• Further education in real estate marketing
• First aid training certificate
• Safety officer training certificate

Additional Information

In Avaloq we are proud to embrace diversity and understand the success of our business is built on the power of different opinions, we are whole heartedly committed to fostering an equal opportunity environment and inclusive culture where you can be your true authentic self.

We hire, compensate and promote regardless of origin, age, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other fantastic traits that make us all unique, we have done our best to write this advert in an inclusive and neutral way.

Please be aware that we will not accept speculative CV submissions for any of our roles from recruitment agencies, and any unsolicited candidate submissions will be exempt from any payment expectations.