Office Manager / Assistant France

HoSt France; Rennes; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive and competitive salary package

Flexibility to work 80% if desired

Dynamic international work environment

Job summary

A growing bioenergy company is seeking an Office Manager / Assistant in Rennes to oversee daily operations and provide administrative support. This role requires strong organizational skills, proficiency in English, and ideally knowledge of French. The position offers an attractive salary and a flexible work schedule within a dynamic international environment.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in a similar role such as Office Manager or Administrative Assistant.
• Ability to work independently and manage tasks effectively.
• Proficiency in English (spoken and written); French is a plus.
• Proficiency in English; French is a plus.
• Proactive, hands-on, and service-oriented attitude.

Responsibilities

• Manage general administration and email communications.
• Book tickets and organize travel arrangements.
• Provide financial support including payroll checks.
• Act as the first point of contact for incoming calls and visitors.
• Support marketing and social media activities.
• Organize small events and team activities.

Skills

Organizational skills

Proficiency in English

Service-oriented attitude

Proactive attitude

Education

Completed higher professional education in administration or related field

Job description

Join us as an Office Manager / Assistant France at HoSt France. Your chance to build something new – become the face and driving force of our new office in Rennes.

HoSt Group Bioenergy Systems is looking for an Office Manager / Assistant who will ensure that daily operations run smoothly and efficiently in our French office. You will be the first point of contact, support the local team, and contribute to a professional and welcoming environment.

The Role

As Office Manager / Assistant you will work in a small office environment (max. 8 colleagues) and take responsibility for general office management, administration, and support activities. You will have a varied role, from organizing business travel to supporting financial processes and assisting with marketing activities in collaboration with our team in the Netherlands.

Your Responsibilities

• General administration and email management;
• Booking tickets and organizing business travel;
• Providing financial support, including checking hours and salaries before submission to the payroll company;
• Acting as first point of contact: answering incoming calls, welcoming visitors, ensuring smooth office operations;
• Supporting marketing and social media activities, in close contact with the NL marketing team;
• Organizing small events and team activities.

What We Are Looking For

• Completed higher professional education, preferably in administration or a related field (e.g. BTS, DUT or Licence professionnelle in France);
• 2–5 years of experience in a similar role (e.g., Office Manager, Administrative Assistant, or Assistant Manager);
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently;
• Proficiency in English (spoken and written); French is a plus;
• A proactive, hands-on, and service-oriented attitude.

What We Offer

• An attractive and competitive salary package, aligned with local market standards;
• A standard 35-hour work week with the flexibility to work 80% if desired;
• The opportunity to shape the office management of our new French branch;
• A dynamic and international work environment as part of the HoSt Group, a leading bioenergy company with more than 500 colleagues worldwide.

Interested or want more information? Contact Director; Michael Ghezzi on [phone] or our Corporate Recruiter; Natalia Wisniewska on [phone].