Beschreibung
* International scaling up organisation
* Pragmatic HR leader with a hands-on approach and a strong execution mindset
## About Our Client ##
Our client is a successful and fast-growing retail organisation with a strong store footprint across Europe. As part of an ambitious expansion strategy, the company is further strengthening its presence in Switzerland and investing in scalable structures to support long-term growth.
## Job Description ##
As part of the country management team, you report directly to the Country General Manager with a dotted line to the Head of HR Operations. Your mission is to set up a future-proof HR function within company guidelines, ensuring full alignment with Group HR strategy while meeting local business and legal requirements.
You shape and lead a scalable HR department, establishing compliant HR policies, processes, and systems to support the Swiss business in achieving its growth ambitions.
**Policy/Strategy**
* Contribute to the development and implementation of Group HR strategy, policies, and instruments
* Translate Group HR strategy into local HR policies and ensure effective execution within the country
* Define and drive the Country People Plan in close collaboration with the management team
* Establish a comprehensive HR policy framework and oversee its implementation
* Anticipate organisational challenges, workforce trends, and growth needs
**HR frameworks and tools**
* Recruitment and employer branding
* Social legal relations, compensation & benefits
* Health & safety compliancy, management of mandatory trainings
* Management & talent development
* Deliver input for the compliant configuration of the planning and time registration tool
* Own and develop the full HR landscape in the country, including: Recruitment and employer branding, Talent management, succession planning, and leadership development, Social legal relations, compensation & benefits, Health & safety compliance and social responsibility
* Ensure effective management of the talent pipeline to support business continuity and growth
* Oversee the localization and implementation of HR systems (e.g. SuccessFactors)
* Provide input into workforce planning and time registration tools
* Ensure alignment with payroll governance (with dotted-line collaboration to payroll services)
* Define and monitor relevant HR KPIs to track performance and drive decision-making
**Operational Management**
* Initiate, plan, and implement HR projects and initiatives aligned with business priorities
* Lead and coordinate change management and organisational transformation initiatives
* Act as a trusted advisor to senior management on HR strategy, policies, and complex cases
* Ensure HR delivers effective support on all operational people topics
* Oversee and support recruitment execution for current and future business needs
* Ensure high-quality personnel administration and compliance with local regulations
**People Management**
* Lead, develop, and inspire the local HR team (HR Advisors and support roles)
* Provide regular feedback and coaching to support performance and professional growth
* Foster a high-performance culture, encouraging collaboration, ownership, and continuous improvement
* Stimulate innovation, knowledge sharing, and proactive contribution within the team
* Ensure optimal staffing, retention, and capability development within the HR function
## The Successful Applicant ##
* Relevant business degree and/or HR education/certification
* At least 10 years of HR experience, including a proven track record in a leadership role
* Strong knowledge of Swiss labour law
* Experience within the retail industry
* Exposure to a fast-growing or scale-up environment is a plus
* Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage priorities, timelines, and delivery
* Excellent English skills (verbal and written); additional local language(s) are a plus
**Competencies**
* Strategic and operational mindset ("big picture" with hands-on execution)
* Proactive, structured, and highly organised
* Strong stakeholder management, influencing, and negotiation skills
* Ability to build consensus and drive decisions in complex environments
* High level of pragmatism, resilience, and determination
* Strong customer focus and results orientation
## What's on Offer ##
Are you a self-starter who is capable of driving change and delivering tangible business impact? Are you looking for a role with high visibility and ownership in a fast-growing international environment? Then, apply online now.
Quote job ref
JN-062026-7032839
Job Function
Human Resources
Specialisation
Head of HR
Industry
Retail
Where
Basel
Contract Type
Permanent
Job Reference
JN-062026-7032839
Job Nature
Home Office