Project Manager to the Chief of Staff

Hitachi; Zürich; Vor Ort; CHF 100’000 - 120’000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A global energy solutions company in Zurich is seeking a Project Manager to enhance executive operations and communication. This high-visibility role involves project oversight, developing impactful presentations, and managing relationships with key stakeholders. Candidates should hold a relevant degree and possess at least 5 years of experience, particularly within management consulting or the energy sector. Strong skills in Microsoft 365 and project management tools are essential. This role offers a collaborative environment with proximity to leadership decision-making.

Leistungen

Proximity to leadership decisions

Dynamic global team environment

Qualifikationen

• 5 years of experience in Management Consulting, Finance, Project Management, or Communications.
• Experience in the energy industry or engineering technology is a strong asset.
• Excellent communication skills in English; proficiency in German is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Develop, review and contribute to impactful presentations for executive leadership.
• Drive and monitor key priorities within the CEO Office and ensure timely resolution of issues.
• Conduct research on specific topics and prepare briefing materials.

Kenntnisse

Project management

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Microsoft 365 (PowerPoint, Excel)

Ausbildung

Degree in Business Finance, Economics, Engineering, or Energy

Tools

Business intelligence tools

Jobbeschreibung

Location: Zurich, Switzerland

Job Description

At Hitachi Energy we are committed to powering the world’s energy system to be more sustainable, secure, resilient and affordable, making electricity more accessible to all and empowering societies to thrive. Are you ready to apply your project management and visual storytelling skills to support our leadership in driving the transition to a sustainable energy future?

The opportunity

As Project Manager reporting to the Chief of Staff you will take on a high‑visibility role with a diverse scope of responsibilities from creating impactful presentations and briefings to driving clear and effective communications. While you will lead some strategic initiatives end‑to‑end a core part of your focus will be on supporting or monitoring a variety of projects and key topics of interest to the CEO. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring these priorities move forward while full project management for complex or large‑scale initiatives will be handled by dedicated project managers. The true appeal of this position is the wide breadth of topics you will encounter requiring a person who can quickly adapt and brings a strong hands‑on attitude to every task. You will work with fantastic people in a dynamic global setting and unique proximity to leadership and strategic decision‑making. To succeed in this role you bring a high level of energy, a structured way of working and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

How you’ll make an impact

• Develop, review and contribute to impactful presentations for executive leadership and external stakeholders
• Drive and monitor key priorities within the CEO Office, provide regular executive reports and ensure timely resolution of issues
• Conduct research on specific topics and prepare or review briefing materials with touch points with multiple stakeholders defined case by case
• Support and monitor a variety of cross‑functional projects or lead some strategic initiatives end‑to‑end aligned with the company’s transformation objectives
• Prepare communications for internal and external stakeholders
• Perform business analyses and develop or contribute to business cases

Your background

• Degree in Business Finance, Economics or a related field; a degree in Engineering or Energy is equally welcome if paired with strong project management or corporate experience
• 5 years of experience in Management Consulting, Finance, Project Management (certification preferred) or Communications
• Experience in the energy industry or affinity for engineering/technology are strong assets
• Experience working in a multinational environment with senior stakeholders
• High proficiency in Microsoft 365, particularly PowerPoint and Excel including Copilot and digital collaboration tools
• Knowledge of project management and business intelligence tools is an advantage
• Excellent communication skills in English; proficiency in German or additional languages is a plus
• Strong communication, organisational and multitasking skills with a sharp eye for detail
• Discretion, flexibility and a proactive service‑oriented mindset
• Collaborative team player with high energy and a hands‑on attitude
• Strong analytical skills, a structured way of working and a genuine eagerness to learn and grow

More about us

The team of the Chief of Staff to the CEO ensures smooth and efficient executive operations while supporting the execution and oversight of strategic initiatives. It acts as a key liaison between the CEO and internal as well as external stakeholders fostering clear communication and a seamless flow of information.

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Required Experience: Senior IC

Key Skills: Compliance Management, Customer Retention, Quality Assurance, Customer Service, Extensive Knowledge, Account Management, Front Office, Telephone Calls, Needs Analysis, Cold Calls, Business Relationships, Customer Complaints, Sales Goals, Sales Process, New Clients