IWC Executive Assistant to Chief People Officer

About IWC

IWC Schaffhausen is a Swiss luxury watch manufacturer and member of the Richemont group. The brand combines precision engineering with refined craftsmanship and operates within an international luxury ecosystem where supply‑chain integrity, regulatory compliance and attention to detail are paramount.

Role & Responsibilities

• Master dynamic and rapidly evolving agenda management for the Chief People Officer, including meeting coordination and meeting preparation and follow-up
• Orchestrate bespoke travel arrangements and reliably manage all visa formalities and subsequent travel expense reconciliation
• Develop professional presentations for internal and external stakeholder meetings
• Organize and coordinate workshops and team events that strengthen team cohesion and operate flawlessly
• Build a strong internal network by proactively collaborating with executive assistant functions across IWC and the Richemont Group
• Provide strategic administrative support to the Chief People Officer's office, ensuring a professionally organized daily environment including office management and supply logistics
• Design, moderate, and continuously evolve the onboarding experience for new team members to create a memorable first impression at IWC
• Lead and actively shape the "Energized!" health and wellness program, bringing personal ideas and vision to the initiative
• Conceive and execute inspiring Lunch & Learn events and comprehensive health and wellness activities
• Design motivating training and workshop offerings for employees across the organization
• Manage and optimize various "Energized!" benefits and program offerings
• Moderate and coordinate the "Energizer Committee" to connect employee wellness ambassadors throughout the enterprise
• Shape internal communications on health and wellness topics via intranet, Viva Engage, and digital displays to inspire and engage the workforce
• Maintain fiscal responsibility for the wellness program budget

Qualifications

• Hands-on personality with exceptional organizational talent, forward-thinking and independent working style paired with high flexibility and agility
• Strong communication and moderation skills with interpersonal and cross-cultural sensitivity
• Experience as an Executive Assistant in a similar role is highly valued
• Commercial training, business administration degree, or equivalent qualification
• Fluent and professionally confident in German and English
• Empathetic, cheerful, and discreet personality capable of building rapport quickly with diverse stakeholders
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Microsoft Teams, OneNote, SharePoint, Excel, and PowerPoint (experience with Canva is a plus)

Skills

Experience

["Previous experience as an Executive Assistant or in a comparable role supporting executive leadership"]

Education

["Commercial apprenticeship, business administration degree, or equivalent professional qualification"]

Workplace

Benefits

["Daily meal allowance of CHF 7, redeemable at the company restaurant and select restaurants in Schaffhausen", "Annual health insurance contribution of CHF 2,340 for full-time equivalent", "Annual public transport subscription allowance up to CHF 1,500 for contracts of at least one year duration", "40-hour work week with 25 days annual leave (30 days from age 50), plus 5 additional bridge days", "Special pricing on IWC and Richemont products", "Diverse health and wellness initiatives including financial support for external childcare", "IWC Sport Club (established 1972) membership for sports enthusiasts", "Attractive working environment with proximity to the Rhine River, conducive to social activities with colleagues", "Memorable internal events including Christmas celebration and summer networking drinks"]

Culture

IWC fosters a precision‑driven, craftsmanship‑led culture where technical excellence and regulatory rigour are valued. The workplace emphasizes cross‑functional collaboration, international exposure and continuous improvement within a heritage luxury environment.

About Cerulean

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