Office Administrator - part time (Zurich, Switzerland)

Who We Are

Founded in 2017, Unit8 is a fast-growing Swiss AI and data analytics company dedicated to solving complex problems of traditional industries like automotive, chemical, financial services, manufacturing and pharma. We work with some of the biggest organizations in Europe to solve the challenges that directly affect their business. Since our foundation, we have successfully delivered more than 200 projects.

Unit8’s mission is to drive the adoption of AI and Data Science in the non-digital industries and to help accelerate their digital transformation. Among its activities, Unit8 dedicates a part of its resources and time on projects that deeply matter to us - that includes collaboration on pro-bono and “engineering for good” cases.

What You’ll Do

We are currently hiring for a position that is part-time, approximately 50% of a full-time position. Therefore, we are specifically looking for individuals who are seeking employment on a part-time basis and are available for a few hours each day. It is important to note that this position requires on-site presence at our office. While occasional remote work may be possible, the majority of the work will be conducted in our office environment.

• Act as the primary point of contact for Zurich-based team members, ensuring the office is a comfortable, well-organized, and effective environment to work in.
• Coordinate office logistics, including ordering supplies, handling mail, and deliveries.
• Collaborate with IT Team to make sure all office equipment and systems function properly.
• Handle maintenance tasks to keep the office functioning well.
• Greet and assist guests, creating a welcoming and professional first impression.
• Support Zurich engagement team in planning and organizing team events and activities.
• Handle sensitive communications with care and write professional correspondence.
• Provide practical, day-to-day support to team members to foster a supportive work environment.
  

Are You the team member we are looking for?

We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Office Administrator to join our team in Zurich. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of our office and providing essential support to our team members

You Have:

• Hands-on experience with office management / operations in a dynamic environment.
• Great organisational skills, comfortable with juggling various streams at the same time.
• Self driven, can do attitude, fast learner, ready to face challenges as they arise.
• Optimism, discretion and service orientation.
• Excellent professional written and spoken communication skills in English and German are essential.
• Ability to handle multiple stakeholders and to adapt to various situations.
• Availability to work at a reduced capacity - 50% of full-time. Ideally, availability every day.
• You are a team player who listens actively to understand the needs of others.

What We Offer

• Compensation package including base salary and profit sharing based on the performance of the company.
• Flexible working hours.
• Tailor-made mentorship programme.
• up to 10% of paid time for self-development.
• Opportunity to join a fast-growing service company with a start-up atmosphere.
• Work with an international team made of more than 15 nationalities.
• Cross offices/company-wide frequent events (off-site or on-line).
• Fun Fund to spend with the team on after-work activities.