- Location
- La Chaux-de-Fonds Neuchâtel Switzerland
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Industry
- Fine Watches & Horology
- Posted
- Oct 21, 2026
About Breitling
Founded in 1884 by Léon Breitling, Breitling is a Swiss watchmaker renowned for its precision chronographs and enduring ties to aviation. Headquartered in Grenchen, the brand combines a distinctive technical heritage with a contemporary approach to luxury, design and responsible business. As an employer, Breitling offers a professional environment spanning watchmaking, engineering, product development, marketing and international retail. Its global presence connects specialist expertise with diverse markets, while its identity remains rooted in Swiss craftsmanship and innovation. For professionals drawn to both mechanical excellence and brand transformation, Breitling represents an opportunity to contribute to the continuing evolution of an established watchmaking house.
Breitling is seeking a Receptionist in La Chaux-de-Fonds to welcome visitors and partners, manage front-desk services, support Facility Management and assist Human Resources with onboarding and offboarding. The role requires French fluency, a good command of a second language and relevant training and experience.
Role & Responsibilities
- Welcome clients, visitors and external partners professionally and warmly; manage the telephone switchboard and respond to employees’ general enquiries.
- Manage visitor badges, keys and IT equipment; organize and support company visits; provide beverage service and handle internal mail.
- Provide administrative support to the Facility Management team; coordinate orders for supplies and consumables; process employee requests and reports; and follow up on interventions and external service providers.
- Support the Human Resources team with administrative and organizational activities; participate in employee onboarding and offboarding processes; and manage the return of badges, keys and IT equipment.
Qualifications
- Commercial, administrative or hospitality training, or equivalent education.
- Experience in reception, front desk, administration or customer service.
- Excellent spoken and written French; good command of a second language, ideally English or German.
- Proficiency with standard office tools, including Outlook, Word, Excel and Teams.
- Dynamic, versatile, autonomous and organized, with excellent reception and service skills, strong interpersonal abilities, a practical mindset and a strong capacity for finding solutions.
- Rigorous, discreet and able to handle confidential matters; enjoys teamwork and adapts readily to new tools and processes.
- Reliable and punctual, with availability to staff the reception desk and adhere to fixed working hours.
Skills
Education
Commercial, administrative or hospitality training, or equivalent education.
Workplace
This position is based in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Neuchâtel, Switzerland.
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Benefits
Teleworking depending on role requirements; a watch to wear or purchase; employee referral programme; development opportunities; maternity leave of 17 to 19 weeks.
Culture
Breitling’s workplace culture draws on its Swiss watchmaking heritage and close ties to aviation, placing precision, technical expertise and a pioneering spirit at the heart of its professional environment. The brand brings together craftsmanship and contemporary design, offering a distinctive setting for professionals who value both tradition and innovation in luxury watchmaking.
About Cerulean
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Frequently Asked Questions
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