Workplace Coordinator

Welcome to Planet. We believe in using space to help life on Earth.

Planet designs builds and operates the largest constellation of imaging satellites in history. This constellation delivers an unprecedented dataset of empirical information via a revolutionary cloud-based platform to authoritative figures in commercial environmental and humanitarian sectors. We are both a space company and data company all rolled into one.

Customers and users across the globe use Planets data to develop new technologies drive revenue power research and solve our worlds toughest obstacles.

As we control every component of hardware design manufacturing data processing and software engineering our office is a truly inspiring mix of experts from a variety of domains.

We have a people-centric approach toward culture and community and we strive to iterate in a way that puts our team members first and prepares our company for growth. Join Planet and be a part of our mission to change the way people see the world.

Planet is a global company with employees working remotely world wide and joining us from offices in San Francisco Washington DC Germany Austria Slovenia and The Netherlands.

About the Role:

The Workplace team seeks a motivated office coordinator and receptionist to care for our Planet employees. From the moment an employee or guest walks through the door you ensure they feel welcomed supported and inspired.

Planets culture ties heavily to our physical office our mothership and keeping it running smoothly will be your job! Sitting in the People/Experience team this junior role at Planet shapes our employee engagement and guest experience providing one-of-a-kind touches signifying that all have entered an amazing community.

In addition to overseeing all tactical office and vendor management you will also be part of designing opportunities to build relationships and foster teamwork in person. The workforce has a consistent and growing office presence and you will help shape what its like to be a Planeteer. Creating and gauging interest in new community programming providing opportunities to socialize in person or virtually and executing unique events to connect.

We invite you to join our team if you have a combination of excellent customer service skills a hands-on attitude and a passion for efficient procedures and policies. Your personal motto is to be proactive and not reactive and you pride yourself on handling multiple concerns at once all while being composed in pressure situations. You will join a solid team where collaboration is required and where Planets company and culture takes precedence over all else. This is a junior level opportunity where someone can grow within the Planet team.

This is a full-time in-office position based in our Berlin office 5 days per week.

Impact Youll Own:

• Act as the first point of contact for all visitors customers and employees providing a warm professional and uniquely Planet welcome.
• Oversee the daily flow of the office ensuring common areas meeting rooms and reception are always guest-ready and functional.
• Act as the office procurement specialist. Youll own the inventory for office supplies branded swag and food and beverage stocks.
• Manage workplace services including daily catering/food ordering and office service vendors to ensure seamless delivery.
• Support leadership to analyze historical data and occupancy trends to help forecast the future needs of our Berlin workspace.
• Imagine and execute programming events and initiatives that align with our mission of sustainability and global impact.
• Be a teammate that others want to follow. Youll collaborate actively with Facilities and Workplace Managers to solve problems creatively and maintain a high-energy positive atmosphere.
• Other duties as the role evolves.

What You Bring:

• Professional experience in high-touch environments such as hospitality front-of-house restaurant management event planning or high-level administrative support.
• Bilingual in English and German. You can switch seamlessly between both languages in professional writing and spoken conversation. (Note: Our internal business language is English).
• Comfortable navigating office software vendor portals and basic data tracking to keep the office running efficiently.

What Makes You Stand Out:

• You can manage ten tasks at once without ever dropping a ball or letting the stress show to the end-user. You thrive in a dynamic environment.
• You have a genuine appreciation for humankind. You understand how to communicate effectively with diverse personalities and culturesreminding us all that we are in this together.
• You want to make the office a better place but never at the expense of mother Earth. You look for green solutions in procurement and programming.
• You arent afraid to ask why or how can we do this better You have a keen sense of curiosity and a hunger to learn.
• You believe in the power of teamwork. You understand that our diverse skill sets should complement one another to create a result greater than the sum of its parts.

Application Deadline:

July 22 2026 by 11:59p / 23:59 CET (Central European Time)

Export Control Requirements:

Planet Labs Germany GmbH is authorized to receive U.S. export-controlled information at Planet under an export license issued by the Bureau of Industry and Security. This position requires access to U.S. and German/EU export-controlled information and as such employment (or hiring of a contractor) is contingent upon the candidates ability to access all applicable export-controlled information without additional export licensing being required by German EU or U.S. authorities.

Benefits While Working at Planet:

These offerings are dependent on employment type and geographical location based upon applicable law or company policy.

• Paid time off including vacation holidays and company-wide days off
• Employee Wellness Program
• Home Office Reimbursement
• Monthly Phone and Internet Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement and access to LinkedIn Learning
• Equity
• Volunteering Paid Time Off

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Why we care so much about Belonging.
Were dedicated to helping the whole Planet and to do that we must strive to represent all of it within each of our offices and on all of our teams. Thats why Planet is guided by an ultimate north star of Belongingdreaming big as we approach our ongoing work. If this job intrigues you but youre thinking you might not have all the qualifications please... do apply! At Planet we are looking for well-rounded people from around the world who can contribute to more ways than just what is listed in this job description. We dont just fill positions we aspire to fulfill peoples careers most excited about folks who are motivated by our underlying humanitarian efforts. We are a few orbits around the sun before we get to where we want to be so we hope youre excited to come along for the ride.

EEO statement:
Planet is committed to building a community where everyone belongs and we invite people from all backgrounds to apply. Planet is an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race religious creed color national origin ancestry physical disability mental disability medical condition genetic information marital status sex gender gender identity gender expression pregnancy childbirth and breastfeeding age sexual orientation military or veteran status or any other protected classification in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws. Know Your Rights.

Accommodations:
Planet is an inclusive community and we know that everyone has their own needs. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation during the hiring process please reach out to or contact your recruiter with your request. Your message will be confidential and we will be happy to assist you.

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