HR Business Partner, Cartier CDD 24 mois

Richemont; Meyrin; On-site; CHF 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Cartier Switzerland is seeking a dynamic HR Business Partner to serve boutiques and Retail leadership, shaping the HR strategy to support commercial success.

In this role you will drive talent lifecycle, deliver expert advice on Swiss labor law, manage HRIS data in Workday/SAP, and lead change initiatives across the boutique network. Regular travel in Switzerland (≈30%) is required.

A minimum of 3–5 years HRBP experience in luxury retail and fluency in French and English are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in an HRBP role.
• Experience in luxury retail environment is a strong asset.
• Ability to manage diverse stakeholders in a multicultural setting.
• Proficiency with HRIS including Workday and SAP; advanced Excel skills.
• Fluency in French and English; German or Italian is a plus.
• Willingness to travel up to 30% across Switzerland.

Responsibilities

• Act as HR advisor to Retail leadership, translating priorities into HR initiatives.
• Manage recruitment, performance reviews, talent development and succession for boutique staff.
• Use HRIS (Workday/SAP) to optimize processes and analyze HR data.
• Lead transformation projects and drive change across boutique network.
• Maintain close collaboration with boutique teams with regular travel in Switzerland (~30%).

Skills

HRBP

Swiss labor law

Excel

Stakeholder management

Fluent English & French

Tools

Workday

SAP

Job description

HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT?

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced HR Business Partner to join our Cartier Switzerland team.

This pivotal role will position you as a partner for our boutiques and Retail leadership, actively contributing to the definition and execution of our HR strategy in service of Cartier’s commercial success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partnership & Expert Advice: Act as a trusted HR advisor and partner to Retail leadership, translating business priorities into concrete and effective HR initiatives. Provide expert guidance on all HR matters, including Swiss labor law, talent acquisition, HR policies, performance management, and skills development.

• Talent Lifecycle Management: Drive the entire talent lifecycle for our boutique employees, including recruitment, performance management, talent reviews and development, salary review processes, and succession planning, to strengthen our Retail teams' capabilities and enhance retention.

• Data-Driven HR & Operations: Utilize HR Information Systems (such as Workday and SAP) to optimize processes and adopt an analytical approach to interpret HR data. Provide data-driven recommendations to improve HR effectiveness and contribute to business outcomes, including budget planning and headcount control.

• Cultural Leadership & Change Management: Promote a performance-driven, diverse, and inclusive culture within Cartier. Lead and implement local and international HR projects, driving and executing impactful HR change management initiatives across the boutique network.

• Boutique Proximity & Collaboration: Ensure strong proximity and close collaboration with our boutique teams, involving regular travel across Switzerland (minimum 30%) to understand their needs and provide on-the-ground support.

HOW WILL YOU EXPERIENCE SUCCESS WITH US?

• A minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in a HRBP role.
• Demonstrated experience within the luxury industry, with a strong understanding of the retail environment being a significant asset.
• Proven ability to effectively manage diverse stakeholders and build strong relationships in a multicultural setting.
• Proficiency in HR Information Systems (HRIS), including Workday and SAP, coupled with advanced Excel skills.
• A detail-oriented approach combined with a strong drive for results.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to influence and collaborate effectively.
• In-depth knowledge and practical application of Swiss labor law.
• Fluency in both French and English is essential; proficiency in German or Italian is a distinct advantage.
• Ability to travel up to 30 % of the time

Still wondering why, you should apply?

• You will join a friendly and dynamic team with whom you will be able to share your knowledge and expertise
• Entrepreneurship, trust, integrity and agile learning are part of our great team spirit
• You will interact with numerous stakeholders across Maisons, Functions

WHAT MAKES OUR GROUP DIFFERENT?

Our true power does not lie in our similarities but in the rich diversity of our arts, cultures, and human skills, as well as our specific ability to foster untapped potential.

• We value freedom, collegiality, loyalty, and solidarity
• We foster empathy, curiosity, courage, humility, and integrity
• We care for the world we live in.