Senior HR Manager*in (60-80%, 6 Monate befristet)

Distran

ABOUT THE ROLE Who we are  Distran is an innovative, award-winning, Swiss high technology company producing an extraordinary product: a sensor that literally sees the sounds. Our unique product is used by major global players in Oil and Gas, Chemical, Power and even Space Exploration to detect gas leaks before they become dangerous to either humans or the environment. With customers in 35+ countries, our company continues to expand thanks to our amazing people who are passionate about innovation, climate change and protecting the environment. About the role  We are looking for a proactive and reliable Office Manager and Team Assistant to keep our office running smoothly and make sure our teams have the workspace, tools, and support they need to do their best work. You will be the central point of contact for office operations, workplace infrastructure, onboarding coordination, basic IT support, internal events, and day-to-day administrative topics.  This role requires strong organizational skills, a hands-on attitude, and genuine care for the people around you. If you enjoy variety, take pride in keeping things running seamlessly, and want to play an active role in shaping our workplace culture, this is the right opportunity for you! In this role, you will:  Office & workplace operations  * Ensure the office runs smoothly day to day, including facilities, meeting rooms, supplies, post, shared spaces, and workplace equipment. * Coordinate with external service providers such as the landlord, facility management, cleaning, maintenance, and other office-related suppliers. Equipment, tools & basic IT coordination  * Manage the allocation and tracking of workplace equipment, including laptops, screens, phones, desks, and other office tools. * Act as the first internal point of contact for basic IT topics, user accounts, software access, and coordination with external IT support where needed. Onboarding & offboarding support  * Coordinate the practical onboarding of new employees, including schedules, desks, equipment, access, documentation, and office, safety, and equipment orientation. * Support offboarding together with HR, IT, and line managers, including equipment return, account deactivation, and practical exit steps. Internal events & team culture  * Organize internal events such as company meetings, team dinners, sales meetings, workshops, celebrations, and the Christmas dinner. * Coordinate related logistics, communication, travel, catering, gifts, employee recognition, and milestone moments to support a positive workplace culture. Administrative support  * Support selected departments with meeting organization and practical administrative tasks. * Support the practical use of AI tools to make recurring administrative, coordination, and internal communication tasks more efficient. YOUR PROFILE * Commercial degree (KV EFZ), apprenticeship, Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, or at least two years of experience in office management, team assistance, or operational administrative support. * Good knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and common workplace software tools, combined with curiosity and willingness to learn basic IT troubleshooting, user account administration, new workplace software, and AI tools. * Familiarity with office equipment setup and administration.  * Strong organizational and prioritization skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.  * Proactive, hands-on, reliable, and able to work independently while collaborating well with others. * Diplomatic, reliable, trustworthy, and able to handle confidential information with care. * Clear communicator, able to structure and convey information accurately and completely.  * Genuine care for people and a natural ability to foster a positive team environment.  * Fluent English and fluent German (spoken and written). WHAT WE OFFER Bringing groundbreaking innovative technology to a market best seller is a rewarding social and professional experience. This job is for you if you like to give meaning to your work and have a strong impact on a product, on a company and on your professional growth. NOTE TO AGENCIES Distran does not accept unsolicited resumes from any sources other than directly from a candidate. Distran will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited offer, even in a situation where Distran employs the relevant candidate. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Distran’s Human Resources team to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid fully executed agreement for service and in response to a specific job opening. Distran will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such agreement in place.

TheFork

Join our Movement and Champion Restaurant Culture! 💚 At TheFork we believe that the best things in life happen around the table. As the leading restaurant booking platform in Europe, we connect the broadest community of loyal diners with the world’s favorite restaurants. Powered by innovation and a deep passion for the restaurant industry, we create unique dining experiences across 11 countries. We’re part of the Tripadvisor Group and proud to be building a diverse, people-first culture where “respect”, “ownership”, “growth” and “better together” values thrive. If you’re passionate about food, technology, and making a real impact, your seat at the table is ready. In the UK, we operate in one of the most competitive and fast-paced restaurant markets, where success requires strong execution, resilience, and commercial drive. This role is a high-performance, target-driven sales position, focused on new business acquisition, where you will own your territory, consistently deliver results, and contribute to the development of the wider team. 👉 Discover life at TheFork What you will do: This is a field-based role for the East London area (approx. 80% of your time).  Your day-to-day will include: * Prospecting restaurants via cold calls, walk-ins, and outreach * Conducting in-person meetings and product demos to present TheFork products and services * Managing your own pipeline from first contact to closing * Adapting your schedule to restaurant availability (including occasional evening meetings) * Support onboarding and ramp-up of new hires * Share best practices and contribute to team performance improvement * Act as a role model in terms of activity levels, pipeline management, and execution * Provide informal support to managers on day-to-day operational topics when needed  This is a highly proactive new business role focused on self-generated pipeline and outbound prospecting. Success in this position comes from consistency, ownership, and the ability to build strong commercial relationships in a fast-paced environment. WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE: First 60 days: * Quick ramp up on the sales pitch and product knowledge (both B2C and B2B) * Build a strong pipeline of qualified opportunities * Start to establish wider network in the sector of useful industry contacts * Close deals early and demonstrate ability to operate autonomously  After first 60 days: * Consistently achieve or exceed monthly targets * Maintain strong pipeline coverage and activity levels (15 meeting per week / 30+ opportunities created monthly) * Active discovery and participation/attendance at industry/networking events  * Contribute to team performance through knowledge sharing and support Who you are: You must meet these essential qualifications: * Fluent in English; additional languages are a strong advantage * 5+ years of experience in sales, with a strong track record in new business acquisition * Own car + drivers license * Proven experience managing full sales cycle independently, consistently meeting or exceeding targets * Excellent communication and negotiation skills with the ability to create urgency and close with ease * Ability to operate autonomously in a competitive and fast-paced environment * Strong commercial mindset with the ability to look at opportunities with a long-term and business first approach You can impress with the following: * Ideally based in East London/ Essex for ease of travel * A self-starter mindset, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability * Energy, consistency, and determination when facing challenges or rejection * A competitive mindset and ambition to exceed targets * A genuine passion for hospitality, with an interest in digital products and technology. * Natural willingness to support others * Confidence using digital tools, including Google Workspace; experience with CRM systems is a plus WHAT WE OFFER YOU: * 😄 An awesome team  * 💸 Competitive fixed salary and uncapped commission * 🏠 A permanent contract * ⚖️ Flexible working environment  (2 days home office per week +  up to 4 total weeks additional flexibility during the summer period and in December to work fully remotely) * 🍕 Lunch vouchers available 3 working days per week (delivered to the office only)   * 🌎 International teams and a multicultural environment spanning 11 offices across Europe * 🤝Highly inclusive working environment   * 🤸‍♀️ Lifestyle benefits that can be used to reimburse  expenses related to physical and leisure activities, family support, travel etc  * 🎓 Continuous learning and development programs * 😌 Free access to the Calm app to help you build resilience wherever you are  in your mental health journey * 🐣Dedicated parental leave and caregiver leave policies (12 weeks fully paid) * 🏥 Health insurance  * 👩‍🦽 Life & Disability Insurance at no cost to the employee * 👴 Attractive pension plans   * 🍴 Amazing offices with dining, a coffee point on each floor, and leisure area     * 🎤 Team building events  All hiring happens through our careers site and official email. We do not text or ask for payment during the hiring process. Please report any suspicious messages immediately. We believe that we are better together, and we welcome you for who you are. We endeavor to ensure that everyone - regardless of ability, age, socio-economic & cultural background, ethnicity, faith, gender, gender expression, gender identity, ideology, national origin, race, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law - has the opportunity to reach their full potential. At TheFork, we want you to bring us your unique perspectives and experiences, so we can collectively continue disrupting the restaurant industry and go from good to great. TheFork is committed to a fair recruitment process. If you have special needs and require reasonable support during your application, interview, or participation in the selection process due to health conditions or disability, please direct your inquiries to AccessibleRecruitment@TheFork.com. Our HR team will review the request and respond accordingly. #LI-FF1

Tripadvisor

Join our Movement and Champion Restaurant Culture! 💚 At TheFork we believe that the best things in life happen around the table. As the leading restaurant booking platform in Europe, we connect the broadest community of loyal diners with the world’s favorite restaurants. Powered by innovation and a deep passion for the restaurant industry, we create unique dining experiences across 11 countries. We’re part of the Tripadvisor Group and proud to be building a diverse, people-first culture where “respect”, “ownership”, “growth” and “better together” values thrive. If you’re passionate about food, technology, and making a real impact, your seat at the table is ready. In the UK, we operate in one of the most competitive and fast-paced restaurant markets, where success requires strong execution, resilience, and commercial drive. This role is a high-performance, target-driven sales position, focused on new business acquisition, where you will own your territory, consistently deliver results, and contribute to the development of the wider team. 👉 Discover life at TheFork What you will do: This is a field-based role for the East London/Essex area (approx. 80% of your time).  Your day-to-day will include: * Prospecting restaurants via cold calls, walk-ins, and outreach * Conducting in-person meetings and product demos to present TheFork products and services * Managing your own pipeline from first contact to closing * Adapting your schedule to restaurant availability (including occasional evening meetings) * Support onboarding and ramp-up of new hires * Share best practices and contribute to team performance improvement * Act as a role model in terms of activity levels, pipeline management, and execution * Provide informal support to managers on day-to-day operational topics when needed  This is a highly proactive new business role focused on self-generated pipeline and outbound prospecting. Success in this position comes from consistency, ownership, and the ability to build strong commercial relationships in a fast-paced environment. WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE: First 60 days: * Quick ramp up on the sales pitch and product knowledge (both B2C and B2B) * Build a strong pipeline of qualified opportunities * Start to establish wider network in the sector of useful industry contacts * Close deals early and demonstrate ability to operate autonomously  After first 60 days: * Consistently achieve or exceed monthly targets * Maintain strong pipeline coverage and activity levels (15 meeting per week / 30+ opportunities created monthly) * Active discovery and participation/attendance at industry/networking events  * Contribute to team performance through knowledge sharing and support Who you are: You must meet these essential qualifications: * Fluent in English; additional languages are a strong advantage * 5+ years of experience in sales, with a strong track record in new business acquisition * Own car + drivers license * Proven experience managing full sales cycle independently, consistently meeting or exceeding targets * Excellent communication and negotiation skills with the ability to create urgency and close with ease * Ability to operate autonomously in a competitive and fast-paced environment * Strong commercial mindset with the ability to look at opportunities with a long-term and business first approach You can impress with the following: * Ideally based in East London/ Essex for ease of travel * A self-starter mindset, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability * Energy, consistency, and determination when facing challenges or rejection * A competitive mindset and ambition to exceed targets * A genuine passion for hospitality, with an interest in digital products and technology. * Natural willingness to support others * Confidence using digital tools, including Google Workspace; experience with CRM systems is a plus WHAT WE OFFER YOU: * 😄 An awesome team  * 💸 Competitive fixed salary and uncapped commission * 🏠 A permanent contract * ⚖️ Flexible working environment  (2 days home office per week +  up to 4 total weeks additional flexibility during the summer period and in December to work fully remotely) * 🍕 Lunch vouchers available 3 working days per week (delivered to the office only)   * 🌎 International teams and a multicultural environment spanning 11 offices across Europe * 🤝Highly inclusive working environment   * 🤸‍♀️ Lifestyle benefits that can be used to reimburse  expenses related to physical and leisure activities, family support, travel etc  * 🎓 Continuous learning and development programs * 😌 Free access to the Calm app to help you build resilience wherever you are  in your mental health journey * 🐣Dedicated parental leave and caregiver leave policies (12 weeks fully paid) * 🏥 Health insurance  * 👩‍🦽 Life & Disability Insurance at no cost to the employee * 👴 Attractive pension plans   * 🍴 Amazing offices with dining, a coffee point on each floor, and leisure area     * 🎤 Team building events  All hiring happens through our careers site and official email. We do not text or ask for payment during the hiring process. Please report any suspicious messages immediately. We believe that we are better together, and we welcome you for who you are. We endeavor to ensure that everyone - regardless of ability, age, socio-economic & cultural background, ethnicity, faith, gender, gender expression, gender identity, ideology, national origin, race, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law - has the opportunity to reach their full potential. At TheFork, we want you to bring us your unique perspectives and experiences, so we can collectively continue disrupting the restaurant industry and go from good to great. TheFork is committed to a fair recruitment process. If you have special needs and require reasonable support during your application, interview, or participation in the selection process due to health conditions or disability, please direct your inquiries to AccessibleRecruitment@TheFork.com. Our HR team will review the request and respond accordingly. #LI-FF1