Job Detail

Sommet Education is the world’s most extensive network of hospitality management institutions. It provides premium education through  accredited programmes in two institutions on seven campuses around the world. Each institution offers a balanced curriculum of practical training, business management skills and a multicultural experience to prepare students for an international career in the fast-growing global hospitality industry.

Our approach to education is unique and entirely different from other universities or institutions. The learning and teaching environment not only provides a holistic education, but continually exposes students to a range of industry networks in the areas of luxury, finance, real estate as well as hotels, resorts and events companies. Our student’s success in their chosen career is what drives us as an organisation.

Our core values resonate with you?

As an Executive Assistant & Office Manager at 100%, your assignments will include the following tasks:

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the Executive Office 


• Ensure accurate and complex diary management


• Make travel and guest arrangements


• Manage expense reports for Management


• Prepare agendas and arrange Executive Management meetings and events


• Organize and maintain files and records


• Prepare and/or edit correspondence, reports and presentations


• Update and create documents and processes


• Benchmark for various study sectors/programs


• Back-up for CEO Executive Assistant


• Train & Supervise the receptionist


• Manage office space and supplies (space allocation, office moves, parking)


• Address maintenance tasks and liaise with building owners

Desired Skills and Experience

• « Maturité commerciale » or « Brevet d’assistant(e) de direction »
  


• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role, preferably in an international environment


• Knowledge of the higher education business a plus


• Fluent in French and English (written and oral communication)


• High command of IT systems, proficient in MS Office applications


• Must demonstrate agility and flexibility


• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task


• Ability to set priorities and to take initiatives


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills


• Reliable and ability to manage confidential and sensitive information
  

Location:Clarens/Montreux (VD)

Type of contract:Limited duration contract due a maternity leave 

Contract duration:From November 2018 to August 2019