We are looking for a People & Culture Trainee to join our People & Culture Team at Mandarin Oriental Savoy, Zurich for 7- 10 months.
Are you a master of craft? Do you thrive in a team that succeeds together, demonstrating integrity and respect while acting responsibly? Do you embrace a growth mindset? We invite you to become a fan of the exceptional.
Mandarin Oriental is the award-winning owner and operator of some of the most luxurious hotels, resorts and residences located in prime destinations around the world, with a strong development pipeline. Increasingly recognised for creating some of the world’s most sought-after properties, the Group provides legendary service inspired by Asian heritage whilst representing the very cutting-edge of luxury experiences.
Mandarin Oriental Savoy, Zurich is located in the heart of the Old Town, in the main business center, close to the city's leisure attractions and just a short walk from the shores of Lake Zurich. The Mandarin Oriental Savoy, Zurich has 80 guest rooms and suites and three dining venues, including an all-day dining restaurant, a specialty restaurant and a lobby lounge. The hotel is ideal for meetings and events with its newly renovated event facilities, including a grand historic ballroom.
About the job
Based at the Mandarin Oriental Savoy, Zurich within the People & Culture Department in Zurich, the People & Culture Trainee is responsible for supporting People & Culture initiatives, assisting with employee engagement activities, and contributing to the overall development of a positive workplace culture. The People & Culture Trainee reports to the People & Culture Team.
Start Date: July or August 2026
As a P&C Trainee, you will be responsible for the following tasks:
Planning and coordinating interview appointments
Supporting the implementation of P&C projects
Organizing birthday gifts for our colleagues
Running errands and managing administrative tasks within the P&C department
Answering phone calls and overseeing the reception at the entrance of the P&C office
Serving as the first point of contact for employee concerns on various topics
Assisting the entire P&C team with a variety of administrative tasks
As P&C Trainee, we expect from you:
A completed education in an administrative field, ideally in the hospitality industry, or you are a student at a hotel management school
Organizational talent and enthusiasm for designing efficient processes
A strong sense of quality and attention to detail in your work
Flexibility, resilience, and a solution-oriented mindset
Excellent German skills and good English skills, both written and spoken
Team spirit and a willingness to actively contribute to collaboration
A positive demeanor and confident appearance when interacting with employees and candidates
Discretion and a high level of responsibility when handling confidential information
Initial experience with MS Office applications (especially Outlook, Word, and Excel) or other administrative tools is an advantage
Our commitment to you:
Colleague recognition and reward programmes
An exciting range of learning and development programmes
Opportunities for promotion and transfers worldwide
Colleague Social events and Wellness programmes
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