Assistant COO (m/f/d)

Location: Zurich, Switzerland

Scope: Part-time 80%

About us

For over 55 years, the international brand Kieser has stood for health-oriented strength training – evidence-based, effective, and clearly structured. With over 170 own and franchise studios worldwide, we pursue one goal: to make people capable, healthy, and self-determined through targeted strengthening of the musculoskeletal system – at any age.

To strengthen our COO team, we are looking for an Assistant COO for the system headquarters in Zurich starting immediately or by arrangement.

Your mission

You take on the administrative and organizational support of our COO – structured, proactive, and reliable. In doing so, you have his back, actively shape processes, and ensure that projects and processes are implemented efficiently.

What you achieve

• Independent correspondence on behalf of the COO: You handle written and oral communication for the COO – independently, discreetly, and with style, mostly in German, and if needed, also in English or French.

Planning and prioritizing operational topics: You prioritize activities from measures, project, and task plans in the interest of the COO, monitor their progress, and ensure deadlines are met.

Coordination of appointments and calendar management: You maintain and coordinate the COO's Outlook calendar, plan internal and external appointments, and ensure a structured daily routine – even with short-term changes.

• Preparation and follow-up of meetings: You organize meetings, workshops, and discussions with or for the COO, including agenda, documents, and minutes – from preparation to follow-up.
• Travel management and administrative support: You independently plan and book the COO's business trips, including transfers and accommodations. Additionally, you handle expense and credit card accounting and take on tasks in finance and HR as far as they concern the COO's office.
• Cross-departmental assistance and project coordination: You support the COO in collaboration with areas such as ADOK (training) and other central departments, coordinate project participants, and manage coordination with internal and external partners.

What to expect from us

• Flexibility that connects: We offer you the possibility to work from home once a week based on full-time employment – for a balanced mix of presence and flexible work.
• Targeted development: We actively support your professional development with training so you can continuously grow and discover new perspectives.
• Provision: Above-average participation in company pension schemes
• Health as a priority: Use our free Kieser training subscription in all Kieser studios for health strength and good balance.
• Exclusive benefits: Access to Corporate Benefits (www.corporate-benefits.de) and other employee advantages that enrich and appreciate your workday.
• Team spirit & environment: Experience an open "du" culture, flat hierarchies, regular team events, and a centrally located workplace with excellent transport connections.

What defines you

• You have completed commercial training or a comparable qualification – ideally supplemented by further training in assistance or office management.
• You bring several years of professional experience in an assistant role – preferably at the C-level – and know the requirements and dynamics at the leadership level.
• You communicate at a high level in German, both written and spoken, have good English skills, and French skills are a valuable plus.
• You are proficient in MS Office – especially Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel – and work routinely and efficiently in digital work environments.
• Discretion is a matter of course for you.
• You present yourself reliably, service-oriented, and confidently – and bring the necessary calm and clarity to act effectively in a dynamic environment.
• You plan ahead, set clear priorities, and keep an overview even under time pressure – with a high standard of quality and reliability.

Ready for the next step?

Then we look forward to your application!

Send us your documents (resume, certificates, and if applicable, further references) indicating your earliest possible start date and salary expectations by email to: jobs.ch@kieser.com