HR Generalist

Parker; Etoy; On-site; CHF 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global organization

Exposure to regional HR operations

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Parker Hannifin is seeking an experienced HR Generalist to join its regional headquarters in Etoy, Switzerland. The role supports HR policies, processes, and initiatives in a multinational environment, with a focus on onboarding, payroll coordination, and HR administration.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of HR experience, strong organizational and interpersonal skills, and professional fluency in German (mandatory). English is essential; French is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of HR experience in a Generalist or similar role.
• Experience in a multinational company is desirable.
• German language proficiency of at least 50% is mandatory.
• Good command of English; French is an advantage.
• Knowledge of SAP HR or SAP SuccessFactors is a plus.
• Solid understanding of HR processes and best practices.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Proactive, flexible and service-oriented in an international environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day HR operations across the employee lifecycle (onboarding, records, HR administration).
• Provide guidance on policies and employee-related matters to employees and managers.
• Support recruitment in collaboration with hiring managers and Talent Acquisition teams.
• Coordinate onboarding, training, development, and performance management activities.
• Support compensation, benefits, payroll coordination and data management.
• Contribute to policy implementation and regional HR initiatives.
• Ensure HR practices comply with labor laws and company policies.
• Maintain confidential employee records and HR reports.
• Collaborate with regional and international HR teams for consistency.
• Contribute to employee engagement and organizational development projects.

Skills

German language proficiency

English proficiency

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR/Business Administration/Psychology

Federal Diploma in Human Resources (advantage)

Tools

SAP HR

SAP SuccessFactors

Job description

Responsibilities

Parker Hannifin is seeking an experienced and proactive HR Generalist to join its Regional Headquarters team. This role will support a broad range of Human Resources activities, ensuring the effective implementation of HR policies, processes, and initiatives while contributing to a positive employee experience and supporting business objectives across a multinational environment.

The ideal candidate will have at least five years of HR experience, strong organizational and interpersonal skills, and professional fluency in German, which is a mandatory requirement for this position.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day HR operations throughout the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, offboarding, employee records, and HR administration.
• Provide guidance and support to employees and managers on HR policies, procedures, and employee-related matters.
• Support recruitment and selection processes in collaboration with hiring managers and Talent Acquisition teams.
• Coordinate employee onboarding, training, development, and performance management activities.
• Support compensation and benefits administration, payroll coordination, and employee data management.
• Assist with the implementation and continuous improvement of HR policies, processes, and regional HR initiatives.
• Ensure HR practices comply with applicable labor legislation, internal policies, and company standards.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records and prepare HR reports and workforce-related documentation.
• Collaborate with regional and international HR teams to ensure consistency in HR processes across different locations.
• Contribute to employee engagement, organizational development, and other HR projects as required.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant Human Resources experience in an HR Generalist or similar role.
• Previous experience in a multinational company is highly desirable.
• German language proficiency of at least 50% is mandatory, with the ability to communicate effectively in a professional HR environment.
• Good command of English; French is considered an advantage.
• Knowledge of SAP HR or SAP SuccessFactors is a plus.
• Solid understanding of HR processes and best practices.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• A proactive, flexible, and service‑oriented approach, with the ability to work effectively in an international environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field.
• Federal Diploma of Higher Education in Human Resources (Brevet fédéral en ressources humaines) is considered an advantage.
• Experience supporting regional HR operations or working with international stakeholders.
• Familiarity with HR systems, reporting tools, and process improvement initiatives.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to work within an established global organization.
• Exposure to regional HR operations and international collaboration.
• A dynamic and professional working environment.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development.

Language requirement

German is compulsory. English is required, while French and SAP knowledge are considered additional advantages.

EMEA Business Descr

Parker Hannifin EMEA Sàrl (“PHEMEA”), based in Etoy, Switzerland, is the Principal Operating Company for Parker in the EMEA region. It is supported by a network of Parker Manufacturing Divisions and Sales Company Entities.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on grounds of age, race, religion, ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation or disability in relation to recruitment and employment.