Head of Human Resources Switzerland

• 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