Head of HR for HQ with global exposureMichael Page

For our client, a leading and fast-growing company in its industry, we are currently looking for a Head of HR based at their global Headquarters in the Zug area.

You will report directly to the HR Director/Head of function and will have the following operational and strategic HR responsibilities:

At local level in global HQ:

• Manage and develop the HR team ensuring high quality of HR performance
• Define and ensure efficient HR structures/practices/processes/documents and make sure these are in alignment with global HR strategy, company culture, HR policies and Swiss legislation
• Act as a trusted advisor by providing guidance to leaders on HR policies, procedures, and best practices, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations
• Collaborate with Recruiters to attract, recruit and onboard top talents. Own recruiting activities for Senior positions
• Support the local implementation of performance management processes, including goal setting, performance evaluations, and feedback mechanisms
• Provide coaching and guidance to managers on performance improvement plans and employee development initiatives
• Partner with business/functional leadership during times of organizational change, providing change management expertise and support
• Support the local implementation of global talent development initiatives, career pathing and succession planning

At global level:

• Co-define, establish and maintain best practice discipline around compensation approaches to annual salary review process, job evaluations, promotions, etc. OR around Talent Management processes
• Be coach and advisor to the global HR team on best practices

• University degree or further education in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, or any relevant field
• Minimum of 8 years of experience as a Senior HR Manager and/or HR Business Partner
• Extensive knowledge of HR practices, policies, and Swiss employment law
• Broad experience in different HR functional areas such as Talent Acquisition & Talent Management, Performance & Change Management, Employee Relations AND/OR Compensation & Benefits
• Excellent command of both German and English, a fair level of French would be an asset
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel
• Ability to build structure and processes in a pragmatic way
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with a talent to build strong relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels
• Solution-orientated leader with good decision-making skills who knows how to foster a positive work environment and to drive organizational effectiveness