MISSION

The mission of this role is to design, drive, and continuously improve the HR business partnering and HR operations framework in support of the company’s growth, performance, and internationalization. The position reports to the Head of Human Resources and acts as a regular business partner to the leadership while ensuring operational excellence, robust governance, and scalable people processes across the organization.

MAIN ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

HR PARTNERSHIP

• Partner with the leadership of the area to support business growth objectives and build aligned people strategies.

• Advise managers on organizational design, succession and workforce planning, leadership development, engagement, communication, conflict management, team effectiveness, and change management.

• Provide data-driven insights to support decision-making and improve overall organizational performance.

TALENT ACQUISITION AND DEVELOPMENT

• Actively drive end-to-end recruitment processes on the global ATS to ensure critical roles are filled quickly and with the right quality

• Monitor recruitment pipelines, bottlenecks, and time-to-fill metrics, and intervene when performance deviates from expectations

• Use data and dashboards to make delays visible and drive accountability

• Support the identification and development of talent and future leaders through structured programs, training, and mentoring.

• Provide support to local HR teams in their area.

HR OPERATIONS & COMPLIANCE

• Ensure consistent application of global HR policies, processes, and compliance requirements.

• Partner with local HR teams to deliver seamless HR operations.

• Promote a positive, inclusive, and performance-driven culture across global teams.

• Lead annual Global HR processes: performance management, goal setting, succession planning, and talent reviews.

COMPENSATION, BENEFITS AND MOBILITY

• Support compensation and bonus processes, including data consolidation, analysis, and communication.

• Support international assignments and global mobility processes

• Oversee payroll processes in partnership with the accounting department.

TECHNOLOGY AND HR INFORMATION SYSTEMS

• Ensure effective use of HRIS, ATS, LMs platforms, people data, and HR technology as decision-support tools for leaders and managers

• Act as the regional business owner for HR data quality, usage, and interpretation, in close coordination with HR Operations and relevant COEs

• Ensure that people decisions (performance, talent, succession, workforce planning, compensation) are supported by reliable data and consistent reporting

• Ensure data quality, system usage, and provide reporting that supports governance and decision credibility

• Contribute to the rollout and adoption of global HRIS and HR technology initiatives at regional level, ensuring business relevance and leader adoption

• Use people analytics to identify risks, trends, and priorities, and translate insights into concrete leadership actions

• Promote a data-driven and automation-minded culture within HR teams and with managers

• Identify opportunities where technology can simplify, accelerate, standardize, or eliminate non–value-added HR activities

HR PROJECTS AND PROGRAMMES

• As a member of the Group HR team, participate in or manage projects related to L&D, employee engagement, ESG or other initiatives

• Facilitate effective project management and execution in close partnership with local Human Resources teams.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.

• 6+ years HRBP experience in international environments.

• Strong knowledge of global HR practices, and swiss labor regulations

• Demonstrated expertise in talent management, workforce planning, and HR operations.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Excellent communication skills and high drive; 

• Excellent interpersonal skills and customer orientation;

• Sense of responsibility and initiative;

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail;

• Ability to work autonomously;

• Demonstrated track record of continuous improvement and innovative thinking in approach and in practical effect; 

• Resistance to stress and time-pressure;

• Agile and flexible mindset, reactive to requests;

• Ability to interact with colleagues of diverse cultures; respect for diversity;

• Full professional proficiency in Office 365 is expected.

• Full professional proficiency in spoken and written English and French is required; knowledge of Italian is an asset.

• Swiss national, EU national, or holder of a valid Swiss work permit.