Head of HR (with Deputy Function of the Head of Administration and Head of Quality Management) m/f/d
Sankt Gallen
Key information
- Publication date:27 August 2025
- Workload:100%
- Place of work:Sankt Gallen
Job summary
Join the GBS St.Gallen, a leading educational institution in Eastern Switzerland. This role offers a dynamic work environment and many growth opportunities.
Tasks
- Lead HR and payroll management for 800 employees.
- Oversee the ISO 21001 quality management system.
- Act as a trainer for in-house apprentices and manage HR processes.
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in HR or related fields with experience in administration.
- Strong knowledge of HR, payroll, and administrative processes.
- Excellent communication skills and proficiency in Office programs.
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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, whether education, economy, law, security, nature, health, construction, culture, or finance. With our meaningful
work, we leave a small footprint every day, as it is relevant to over half a million people.
The GBS St.Gallen is an outstanding vocational training institution in Eastern Switzerland. Around 4,500 apprentices are trained in over 45 professions of vocational education and training, and over 600 students and course participants attend one of the 20 courses in the field of higher vocational education. We are known for innovative educational approaches and the continuous development of our offerings.
For the Commercial Vocational and Continuing Education Center St.Gallen, we are looking for a
Head of HR (with Deputy Function of the Head of Administration and Head of Quality Management) m/f/d
Starting: January 1, 2026 (or by arrangement)
Workload: 80-100%
Workplace: St.Gallen
What to expect
- Management of the HR department and payroll accounting with personnel responsibility in these areas
- Management of the ISO 21001 quality management system as Head of Quality at GBS St.Gallen
- Responsible for training the company’s own commercial apprentices EFZ and Digital Business Developer EFZ as a trainer at GBS St.Gallen
- Deputy function of the Head of Administration
- Coordination and supervision of the payroll of GBS St.Gallen with 800 employees and HR contact person for all employees
- Conceptual and organizational responsibility for all HR and Q processes
- Administrative HR and payroll-related activities as well as administrative responsibility for NESA (New School Administration Software)
What distinguishes you
- Solid education and training (tertiary) in HR, payroll administration, and administration (Bachelor or equivalent qualification, payroll with federal diploma)
- Experience in managing administrative and administrative units
- Experience as a trainer and/or willingness to complete training as a trainer
- Enjoyment in contact with people and organizational challenges
- Proven knowledge of Office programs Word, Excel, and O365 as well as administration-specific software (SAP)
- High service orientation and quality awareness
- Independent working style and good communication skills
What we offer
An exciting activity in a motivated team and a dynamic environment. Employment is according to cantonal guidelines.
We look forward to receiving your complete application documents. Please submit your dossier by September 14, 2025, via the link below.
Ready for the next step? If we have sparked your interest and you want to be part of the team, we look forward to your application.
Further information:
Daniel Kehl, Principal GBS St.Gallen, Phone +41 58 228 26 03, daniel.kehl@gbssg.ch
