Office Manager (80-100%)

Arktis Radiation Detectors; Zürich; On-site; CHF 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Arktis Radiation Detectors in Zurich is seeking an Office Manager to ensure smooth operations, support project management, and handle logistics and procurement for a growing Swiss engineering team.

You bring 3–5 years of relevant experience, fluency in English and German, and strong organizational and communication skills to thrive in a multicultural environment. This on-site role is based in the Greater Zurich Area with local working conditions.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in office management or a similar administrative role.
• Fluent in English and German.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Organized, resourceful, and able to solve problems independently.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills in a multicultural environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day office operations and maintain professional efficiency.
• Support project management teams.
• Oversee invoicing, procurement, and vendor management.
• Coordinate company events, meetings, and project logistics.
• Manage marketing initiatives and social media accounts.
• Assist in onboarding new employees and HR-related tasks.
• Monitor and manage the office budget and expenditures.

Skills

Office management

Bilingual English-German

Microsoft Office proficiency

Organized & resourceful

Strong communication (multicultural)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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with Project Management & Logistics Experience. Join Arktis: Pioneering Global Security in Zurich

Join Arktis Radiation Detectors in Zurich, Binz, to help detect illicit radioactive materials and address global security challenges. Bring your expertise and enthusiasm to a company that values innovation, efficiency, and a safer world.

Your Role

As the Office Manager at Arktis, you will ensure smooth office operations, take on project management duties, and support logistics and procurement tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Overseeing the day-to-day management of the office, setting an example of professionalism and efficiency.
• Supporting project management teams.
• Overseeing invoicing, procurement, and managing vendors and suppliers.
• Coordinating company events, meetings, and project logistics.
• Managing marketing initiatives and our social media accounts.
• Assisting in onboarding new employees and general HR-related activities.
• Monitoring and managing office budget and expenditures.

Who You Are

• Experienced: Minimum 3-5 years in office management or a similar administrative role.
• Bilingual: Fluent in English and German.
• Tech-Savvy: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Organized & Resourceful: Flexible, autonomous organizer and problem-solver.
• Communicator: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, comfortable in a multicultural environment.
• Located: in the Greater Zurich Area and are holder of working permit B or C, or Swiss Passport.

Why Join Arktis:

• Become a vital contributor to the agile team of Swiss Engineering Company.
• Opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic and innovative environment.
• A supportive, diverse, and inclusive workplace culture.

ABOUT ARKTIS

Arktis Radiation Detectors is a Swiss company that has taken a fresh look and approach to the critical business of detecting radiological and nuclear materials that threaten customers' safety and security. Arktis designs and manufactures integrated detection systems that detect and categorize radiological and nuclear materials with unprecedented accuracy and reliability. For more details, check our website and feel free to get in touch.

About this startup

Employees 11–50

Founded 2007