Project Assistant

We are a global engagement marketing agency that creates human-centric touchpoints that unleash the power of people to deliver innovation and growth.

Firm believers in the power of building community since 1987, we are helping brands, associations and not-for-profit organisations solve their key people challenges through our core expertise: Live & virtual events, Strategic & digital communications and Consulting & community solutions.

We are an independently owned agency, headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, with a global presence of 60 offices in 31 countries.

Project Assistant

Based in Zurich, Lucerne or Berne

MCI Switzerland is looking for a Project Assistant! We offer this great opportunity for an enthusiastic, creative and motivated individual to join an energetic team of young professionals.

You will work within our Corporate Division under the supervision and guidance of Project Coordinators and Project Managers and you will assist with the administration and delivery of projects from proposal to delivery to debrief and final reconciliation in the line with clients’ requirements.

Your responsibilities :

• Support for creative and incentive proposals
• Direct involvement in the support/coordination of projects
• Regular internal reporting on project planning and operational progress
• Setting, communicating and maintaining timelines and priorities on every project
• Delivering meetings, events and incentives on time within budget, meeting and exceeding client’s expectations

Additional responsibilities

• When appropriate, proposing the full range of Ovation/MCI event services to current and potential clients
• Representing Ovation/MCI and participating at selected industry events, exhibitions, social events

Your profile

• Language Proficiency: Fluency in English and German; additional languages, especially French are a plus
• Studies linked to tourism, and local knowledge of hotels, venues and sites for international clients is a bonus
• Travel Flexibility: Enthusiasm for frequent travel and a willingness to work on-site at events internationally
• Process-Oriented: Comfortable working within a client’s structured processes and managing extensive documentation and compliance requirements
• Proven ability to stay calm, prioritize effectively, and solve problems under pressure
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in MS Office Suite and experience with event registration
• Soft Skills: Strong communication skills, responsible, attention to detail, ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team

We offer :

We are not just offering jobs. These are challenging career development positions for talented candidates who have a commitment for excellence, are team oriented and focused on delivering a quality service to our clients.

In addition to material benefits, there are many intangible rewards in working at MCI. From our motivating work environment to the fact that we have a culture that embraces and encourages new perspectives and ways of doing business.

As part of our international, high-spirited and professional team we guarantee you'll be stimulated by the people-oriented working atmosphere and inspired by business values focused on people development and opportunity.

MCI is where you can bring your true self to work and be proud of what you do. Join us and make a difference!