HR BUSINESS PARTNER 100%

About the job

The company

Swatch, launched in 1983 by Nicolas G. Hayek, is a leading Swiss watchmaker and one of the world's most popular brands. The first Swatch watches surprised everyone with their revolutionary concept, creative design and provocative spirit. Today Swatch continues to innovate and surprise with new models, collections and special editions. The brand maintains a strong presence in the world of sports with its commitment to snowboarding, freestyle skiing, surfing, beach volleyball and mountain bike slopestyle. Right from the start, Swatch connected with art and artists, and Swatch watches remain a prominent canvas for artists from a broad range of disciplines.

In order to reinforce the Human Resources Team at its Headquarters in Biel, Switzerland, SWATCH is currently recruiting a

Human Resources Business Partner 100%

Job description

In this position you will manage the complete life cycle of employees at Swatch HQ in Biel. By acting as a coach and a consultant, you will help managers determine the best path forward for their teams. You will foster a positive work environment between management and employees and address any HR-related issues.

Responsibilities

In this position, your main responsibilities and tasks will include:

• Manage personnel sourcing and recruitment for Swatch HQ
• Analyse needs and personnel selection in collaboration with the operational managers
• Negotiate compensation with candidates and issue proposals and contracts
• Advise and counsel managers and employees to achieve positive resolution of employee relations issues and support change initiatives
• Act as a single point of contact for the employees and managers (>250 employees)
• Manage the on-boarding and exit of new and existing employees
• Organise and control of the yearly evaluation and talent management process, and follow-up with measures if needed
• Participate in the development and optimization of HR processes, collaborate on different HR projects
• Handle warnings and contract terminations
• Update and control Job Descriptions and Organization Charts
• Perform general administrative tasks, correspondence and support the HR Team
• Provide support in internal communication related to HR topics

In addition, you support the Managers in carrying out discussions and solving issues, resolving team conflicts etc. You define and supervise action plans, develop and support solutions, write reports and follow-up when needed. Your suggestions are welcome in topics such as employer branding, employee retention, team building and the constant optimization of HR processes, in order to reach the highest quality standards and employee satisfaction.

Profile

• Commercial background with ideally an economics degree
• Further education in HR is a must (Brevet fédéral / Eid. Fachausweis)
• You have gained several years' experience in a similar role and exposure in a complex, multi-cultural, fast growing and demanding environment.

Professional requirements

In this role your time management, interpersonal and organizational skills will be called upon. This is an autonomous role in which you will work closely with the Head of HR and the Management on all aspects of people management. In liaising directly with internal and external parties, your excellent negotiation and intercultural communication skills will help you perform on a daily basis. As a highly dedicated and flexible person you can adapt very quickly to different situations and deal well with ever-changing priorities.

Languages

Fluency in French, German and English is required

Company address

Your new employer

Find a new home for your skills, creativity and ambitions. Swatch offers you the ideal environment to progress in your career and attractive benefits such as:

• Flexible 40 working hours / week
• 30 days of annual leave
• Contribution to health insurance costs
• Best in class pension fund
• Subsidised on-site canteen and food trucks
• Training and development plan
• Extended maternity leave
• Free parking

Contact

If you feel this challenging opportunity meets your profile and expectations, please click on the APPLY link to send us your CV in English and your complete application.

SWATCH Ltd.
Human Resources
Nicolas G. Hayek Strasse 1
CH - 2502 Biel/Bienne