Renata Commercial Apprentice (Services & Administration)
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- Fine Watches & Horology
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- Apr 10, 2026
About Renata
Renata AG is a Swiss manufacturer specialising in high-quality miniature batteries for the watch, electronics and device industries. The company emphasises customer proximity, technical innovation and precise manufacturing standards, offering a structured vocational environment at its production and administrative site in Itingen, Switzerland.
Renata AG in Itingen, Switzerland seeks a Commercial Apprentice (Services & Administration) — 3‑year apprenticeship starting Aug 2027.
Role & Responsibilities
- Complete a three-year vocational rotation across multiple administrative functions (e.g., reception, purchasing, sales support, accounting, and office management).
- Provide day-to-day office support including correspondence, document preparation and filing.
- Assist with basic bookkeeping tasks and processing of invoices and purchase orders.
- Maintain and update databases and internal records through accurate data entry.
- Support customer and supplier communication under supervision, ensuring professional follow-up.
- Work closely with assigned vocational trainers (praxisbildnerinnen/praxisbildner) to develop practical competencies and prepare for vocational school assessments.
- Participate actively in classroom-based vocational schooling and on-the-job learning assignments.
Qualifications
- Compulsory schooling completed (or equivalent) and eligibility for entry to a Swiss commercial EFZ apprenticeship.
- Motivated to begin a full three-year commercial apprenticeship starting 1 August 2027.
- Reliable, punctual and able to work cooperatively within teams.
- Good numeracy and literacy; attention to detail for administrative and bookkeeping tasks.
- Willingness to learn, adapt and undertake vocational school obligations alongside on-the-job training.
Skills
Experience
No prior professional experience is required. Practical experience from internships, school projects or part-time office work is advantageous but not mandatory.
Education
Compulsory schooling completed (or equivalent) — suitable for entry into a Swiss commercial (Kaufmann/Kauffrau EFZ) apprenticeship.
Workplace
The role is situated in Itingen, Basel-Landschaft, Switzerland — conveniently close to Basel.
Culture
Renata operates in a precision manufacturing environment where technical excellence and customer focus are paramount. The company provides structured apprenticeship training with experienced workplace trainers and a supportive learning culture oriented towards practical skill development and vocational qualification.
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