Executive Personal Assistant | Privately-owned Holding

Our client is a privately owned holding company with multiple group entities and a global presence. Business activities are mainly managed from Switzerland, with financial investments across various asset classes. In addition to these investments, the holding also manages various long-term ventures. This is a unique opportunity to join a forward-thinking environment where professionalism is coupled with passion and kindness. The culture is defined by integrity, reliability, and teamwork, and these values are reflected in daily interactions with colleagues, companies, and partners worldwide. ​The offices are located in the Canton of Schwyz and require a regular on-site presence.

Role & Responsibilities
The position has been created in light of the company’s continued growth. It is not a stop along the way, but a role designed for someone ready to anchor their next professional chapter. We take the time to ensure that the fit is just right, because this is meant to become a long-term commitment on both sides, where trust defines the collaboration. Hence, we are seeking a professional with solid experience who is ready to become an integral part of the team and grow with it. This is a chance to create a professional home, with a career horizon extending well beyond the next ten years.

The role calls for an EA who excels at executive support and demonstrates competence, passion, and warmth. You will be a reliable partner to the CEO and the Principal family, ensuring their business and personal lives are managed efficiently. You will move fluidly between preparing for meetings, coordinating travel, and handling confidential matters. In addition, you will

• Manage an international calendar with foresight, aligning business, board, and other engagements.
• Organize travel, from complex itineraries and visa applications to personal commitments.
• Plan and coordinate key meetings and events, including in-person and virtual sessions, panels, business alumni gatherings, board meetings, and executive dinners or luncheons, ensuring seamless logistics and follow-up.
• Stay on top of the inbox; oversee and respond to email correspondence in German and English, ensuring priorities are clear and necessary steps are taken.
• Liaise with colleagues and external stakeholders to keep everyone aligned and prepared.
• Prepare presentations and board documentation.
• Take ownership of finance-related topics, i.e., payments, expense management, and budget oversight.
• Be the kind of person who naturally steps in, always offering hands-on help, practical solutions, and support whenever a new task or project calls for it.

What You’ll Bring | Education, Experience, Personality & Traits

• A commercial apprenticeship or business administration degree B.A., or a diploma in executive assistance.
• A professional track record that reflects continuity; 10+ years in a comparable EA/PA role, ideally gained within a family office, real estate, financial services/UHNWI, law practice, or investor-focused environment.
• You are exceptionally organized and resilient, with the ability to deliver high-quality results in a fast-moving environment where priorities can shift at short notice
• Native or business-fluent English; German at C1 level.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite and collaboration tools.
• Integrity, tact, and confidentiality come naturally to you, paired with the intuition to stay composed when it matters most and decisive when action is required.
• You radiate positivity with a «get things done» attitude and strong follow-through skills.
• You prioritize with a keen eye for structure and detail, while maintaining a clear view of the big picture.
• You are a proactive self-starter: always one step ahead, with the drive to move things forward.
• You are skilled and well-presented, with service excellence at the heart of everything you do, acting as an ambassador of the company’s values and mission.
• You are the kind of person who inspires positivity in everyone you work with: approachable, friendly, and easy to connect with, blending in just perfectly.

Why This Role & How to Apply
Such roles don't come along often. They call for a blend of skill, discretion, and personality, and in return, they offer what many professionals value most: a strong culture and a sense of belonging. You will work closely with a charismatic, entrepreneurial family and join a team where your efforts are seen, appreciated, and make a difference. Along with this comes an attractive overall package, benefits, and a pension scheme - all within a respectful working environment where people enjoy coming to work every day.

At this stage, our client's name will remain confidential and will only be disclosed to shortlisted candidates. Preference will be given to candidates whose background most closely matches the requirements as outlined. If you're interested, please send your application, i.e., CV, reference letters, and educational diploma in one single PDF with the reference «EPA-SZ» to apply@barnickelfellows.ch. A motivational letter that shows your personality is encouraged.

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