Job Description

Our client is a well-known international pharmaceutical company. To support the organisation's continued growth, we are currently looking for an HR Business Partner.
HR Business Partner
This role will take HR Business Partner responsibility for the production site and will play a key role in contributing to the organisation's success. The ideal candidate will bring both an operational and strategic perspective, with solid experience in an industrial or production environment
Description

• Advise and support leaders on employee relations, performance and talent management, recruitment, engagement, time management, and compliance with Swiss labour laws.
• Partner with leaders to define key people priorities and implement solutions that build organisational capability, structure, and culture aligned with business goals.
• Deliver thoughtful, well-informed HR guidance that reflect the organisation's values, policies, and local regulations.
• Collaborate with the Talent Acquisition team to attract and hire top talent aligned with site capability needs, ensuring timely recruitment and pay equity.
• Support and coach leaders on people management, change leadership, and talent development.
• Facilitate effective conflict resolution by supporting leaders and employees through challenging situations with empathy, fairness, and in compliance with organisational values and local labour laws.
• Partner with the Compensation & Benefits team to implement strategies that meet organisational expectations.
• Ensure HR practices comply with labour laws and manage employment-related risks.
• Lead or contribute to HR initiatives focused on digitisation, simplification, and continuous improvement.
• Work closely with regional Centres of Excellence and global HR colleagues to deliver best-in-class HR solutions.
• Partner with HR Services to ensure smooth and efficient HR operations.

• 10+ years of progressive HR experience, including significant time as an HR Business Partner in an industrial or manufacturing setting.
• Proven ability to navigate and resolve complex employee relations issues and lead sensitive investigations with discretion, integrity, and sound judgement.
• In-depth knowledge of Swiss labour law and its practical application in a manufacturing context.
• Comfortable working in an environment with shift operations, demonstrating flexibility and understanding of the unique HR needs and challenges associated with a 24/7 manufacturing schedule.
• Strong analytical capabilities, with the ability to interpret HR metrics and business scorecards (, Power BI) to drive data-informed decisions.
• Demonstrated success in simplifying HR processes, focusing on high-impact priorities, and implementing initiatives that enhance business performance.
• Curious and forward-thinking, with a solid grasp of current and emerging HR trends across talent management, employee engagement, and organisational development.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and coach leaders at all levels.

• Excellent benefits package