Facility Manager

• Full-time

Company Description

Founded and headquartered in Switzerland, Avaloq is continuously expanding its global footprint with around 2,500 colleagues in 12 countries, and more than 160 clients in 35 countries. We are an industry-leading provider of wealth management technology and services for financial institutions around the world, including private banks and wealth managers, investment managers, as well as retail and neo banks. Our research led approach and continual innovation is powered by the passion and creativity of our colleagues.

We are always looking for talented people to join us on our mission to orchestrate the financial ecosystem and democratize access to wealth management. Avaloq offers the opportunity to work closely with some of the world’s leading financial institutions as we jointly develop and shape careers. Championing a collaborative, supportive and flexible work environment empowers our colleagues to reach their full potential.

Job Description

As Facility Manager, you will be responsible for our office location in Bioggio (TI), with about 12,000 sqm of office space.

Your key tasks

• Providing a productive, safe, healthy and well-maintained 'world of work' for Avaloq
• Working closely with the local office management team and collaborating with our global Real Estate division
• Overseeing day-to-day operations of the facility, including maintenance, security, and cleaning services
• Managing vendor relationships and contracts for various facility services
• Fostering and extending relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and implementing best practices
• Coordinating projects, office moves, renovations, and space planning initiatives
• Implementing and maintaining sustainable practices to reduce environmental impact
• Responding to and resolving facility-related issues and employee requests
• Conducting regular facility inspections and coordinating necessary repairs or improvements
• Staying current with industry trends and technologies to enhance facility operations

In this role, you will be a key contributor to creating an efficient and comfortable work environment that supports Avaloq's business objectives and employee well-being.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in facility management, real estate, business administration, and/or similar
• 3-4 years of experience in facility management or a related field
• Proactive, customer service based mindset - get things done mentality
• Organizational and project management skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively
• Ability to work independently and under pressure as well as in a demanding and dynamic international environment
• Excellent communication skills to establish effective relationships with internal & external stakeholders
• Understanding of managed workplace health and safety as well as evacuation procedures and initiatives
• Hands on mentality
• Analytical skills: Analyze, understand and apply data effectively
• Fluency in Italian and English; German would be an advantage
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

It would be a real bonus if you have

• Experience in managing building related projects
• Safety officer training certificate

Additional Information

In Avaloq we are proud to embrace diversity and understand the success of our business is built on the power of different opinions, we are whole heartedly committed to fostering an equal opportunity environment and inclusive culture where you can be your true authentic self.

We hire, compensate and promote regardless of origin, age, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other fantastic traits that make us all unique, we have done our best to write this advert in an inclusive and neutral way.

Please be aware that we will not accept speculative CV submissions for any of our roles from recruitment agencies, and any unsolicited candidate submissions will be exempt from any payment expectations.