Beschreibung

* Fluency in French, German and English needed
* Leading end-to-end HR strategy and operations in Switzerland

## About Our Client ##

Our client is the Swiss entity of a leading German international group, operating in a demanding, regulated, and performance-driven environment. The Swiss organisation plays a strategic role within the Group, both operationally and culturally.

## Job Description ##



Reporting to the Swiss GM and working closely with Group HR in Germany, you act as a strategic business partner and trusted advisor to senior leadership.

Leadership & Team Management



* Lead, develop and inspire a Swiss HR team of 12 professionals across multiple sites
* Foster a strong culture of leadership, accountability, and HR excellence
* Support and challenge managers in people leadership, performance management, and talent development



HR Strategy, Governance & Swiss Labour Law



* Define and implement the Swiss HR strategy in alignment with Group objectives
* Act as the subject-matter expert for Swiss labour law, ensuring full legal compliance across all HR matters
* Advise management on complex employee relations issues, organisational design, and workforce planning



Employer Branding & Culture



* Build and strengthen a compelling employer brand in Switzerland
* Drive initiatives related to employee engagement, experience, and retention
* Position HR as a key contributor to business performance, culture, and reputation



Employee Relations & International Interface



* Manage employee relations in Switzerland with authority, credibility, and pragmatism
* Serve as the key HR interface with German headquarters and international stakeholders
* Operate effectively in a multicultural and German-speaking environment

## The Successful Applicant ##



Experience & Expertise



* University degree in Human Resources, Law, Business Administration, or equivalent
* 10-15+ years of progressive HR experience, including a senior leadership role (HR Director / Head of HR)
* In-depth, hands-on knowledge of Swiss labour and employment law is mandatory
* Proven track record managing HR teams and leading change in complex organisations
* Experience in international and matrix environments is a strong asset



Languages



* French: fluent (working language)
* German: mandatory - professional level required
* English: very good command



Leadership & Personal Attributes



* Strong, visible, and credible leadership style
* Strategic thinker with a pragmatic, hands-on approach
* Excellent communication, influence, and stakeholder-management skills
* High level of professionalism, integrity, and business acumen

## What's on Offer ##

* A strategic, country-level HR leadership role with strong visibility
* Direct impact on leadership culture and employer branding in Switzerland
* International exposure within a German-rooted group
* Stable, on-site working environment with a strong leadership presence





Quote job ref

JN-042026-6995936

Job Function

Human Resources

Specialisation

HR Director

Industry

FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)

Location

Geneva

Contract Type

Permanent

Job Reference

JN-042026-6995936