Head of HR Management (m/f/d)

About the job

As the fifth largest canton in Switzerland with around 6000 employees, we are committed to the common good of society at the

cantonal administration. With an impressive variety of services,

our work affects all areas of life, be it education, economy, law, security, nature, health, construction, culture and finance. Through our meaningful

work, we leave a small footprint every day, as it is relevant to over half a million people.

As a central staff unit of the Department of Finance, the General Secretariat plays a key role in the planning, coordination and management of tasks in the areas of finance, taxes, personnel and IT. The HR Management team supports around 370 employees of the Department of Finance – professionally, personally and proactively.

We are looking for you from 1 September 2026 or by arrangement as

Head of HR Management (m/f/d)

Workload: 80-100%

Workplace: St. Gallen

What to expect

• You take overall responsibility for HR management in the Department of Finance and lead two HR Business Partners
• You support the head of department, the General Secretary and the office management in strategic HR matters and actively shape their further development
• You manage HR management and continuously optimise HR structures, processes and roles in the department
• You advise and accompany managers throughout the entire HR lifecycle
• You are responsible for central HR topics in the Department of Finance such as personnel development, recruitment and salary processes
• You represent the department in HR committees and participate in cross-departmental projects

What distinguishes you

• You have a higher education in HR, business administration or a comparable qualification
• You bring several years of experience in a comparable role including leadership experience
• You have sound knowledge in the development of employees and managers
• You are an initiative-taking, committed personality with a high degree of personal responsibility and great dedication
• You think strategically, act solution-oriented and pragmatically
• You convince through communication skills, conflict resolution competence and assertiveness
• You combine strategic thinking with operational implementation and also get involved in the details

What we offer

• A responsible key role with great scope for design
• An exciting environment with diverse challenges
• Exciting tasks at the interface between strategy and operational implementation as well as in exchange with diverse stakeholders
• Flexible working and modern employment conditions
• Modern work equipment and a professional HR infrastructure

Ready for the next step? If we have sparked your interest and you would like to be part of the team, we look forward to receiving your application.