HR Generalist

Martel Innovate; Zürich; Hybrid; CHF 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40-hour work week

13th salary

Hybrid work model (3 office days)

Krankentaggeld coverage

Yearly travel card (half fare)

Job summary

Martel Innovate, a dynamic digital innovation agency, seeks an HR Generalist to partner with managers across Martel Group. You will manage the employee lifecycle, support payroll coordination, and drive HR initiatives to boost engagement in a multicultural environment. Fluency in German and English is required, with Swiss HR expertise and discretion essential.

The role offers a hybrid work model in Zurich, competitive benefits, and opportunities to influence HR strategy across subsidiaries.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or Swiss HR Fachausweis (HRSE).
• Minimum 4–6 years of HR generalist/operations experience.
• Strong knowledge of Swiss labor laws and regulations.
• Fluent in German and English (written and spoken).

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end employee lifecycle from recruitment to offboarding.
• Assist managers with employee relations and performance improvement plans.
• Develop and deliver employee training and development programs.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and company policies.
• Provide HR policy guidance to managers and teams.
• Drive HR programs to improve engagement and retention.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR data integrity.
• Support payroll processing and coordination with payroll providers.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline HR processes.

Skills

Strong communication

Excellent interpersonal skills

Good IT knowledge

Fluent German & English

Data privacy & discretion

HR policy guidance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources

Swiss HR Fachausweis (HRSE)

Tools

HRIS (Odoo)

HRIS (Bexio)

Job description

The HR Generalist at Martel GmbH reports to the Head of Finance and Administration and will support Martel’s HR and administrative departments across Martel GmbH and its subsidiaries.

As the HR Generalist you will be responsible for partnering with our managers and leaders to provide comprehensive HR and administrative support and contribute to the success of Martel Group.

Specific duties, activities and responsibilities include:

• Manage and support the end-to-end employee lifecycle, from recruitment and onboarding to performance management and offboarding.
• Assist managers with employee relations matters, performance improvement plans, andcareer development discussions.
• Recommend, undertake, and oversee employee training and development.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and company policies.
• Act as a trusted advisor to managers, providing guidance on HR policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Assist in the development and implementation of HR programs and initiatives to driveemployee engagement and retention.
• Support managers in addressing employee concerns and resolving conflicts.
• Maintain accurate employee records and ensure data integrity in HR systems.
• HR data reporting and analytics, providing insights to support decision-making.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline HR processes and improve efficiency.
• Oversee the time management system and process ensuring the timely submission, approval and reporting.
• Support the monthly payroll processing, ensuring accurate and timely payroll administration.
• Collaborate with the team and external payroll providers to resolve any payroll-related issues and ensure compliance with local regulations.
• Other Ad-hoc HR and administrative tasks

Fit for the challenge

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or Swiss HR Fachausweis (HRSE)
• Minimum of 4-6 years of experience in HR, with a focus on HR generalist/HR Operations responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of Swiss labor laws and regulations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and maintain a high level of professionalism.
• Fluent in German and English both written and verbal, other languages a plus
• Good IT knowledge and skills

Personal Characteristics

• Able to perform in a multicultural environment.
• Service oriented personality with a flexible and pragmatic way of working.
• Self-driven, responsible, and able to take ownership of HR tasks.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving capability.

What could be a plus?

• Experience with HRIS and ERP systems, such as Odoo and/or Bexio
• Experience drafting and implementing HR policies and guidelines
• Experience with Dutch labor law and HR practices

We Offer You

• 40-hour work week with flexible working hours
• 13th salary and monthly allowance for private phone and internet expenses
• Flexible work arrangement options with a hybrid model of 3 office days
• Full employer coverage of Krankentaggeld (KTG)
• Yearly half-fare travel card paid by the company
• Entrepreneurial and matrix organized company with a non-hierarchical mindset

All applications will be treated as strictly confidential.

Aout Martel Innovate

Martel is a dynamic digital innovation agency with 30 years of experience, empowering organisations across Europe and beyond to transform novel ideas into technological solutions, media strategies, and market success. With more than 200 cutting-edge projects completed, Martel has evolved from a small consulting agency into a thriving international organisation, with three offices.

Building on its expertise in European Commission-funded project management and EU consulting, Martel has expanded into research and development across several advanced domains, while also offering a comprehensive suite of communication, media, policy analysis, exploitation, and training services. With a skilled and passionate international team, Martel drives impactful and sustainable innovation, helping its customers and partners achieve ambitious goals. From securing funding and providing expertise in key Information and Communication Technology domains to strategic roadmapping, policy analysis, communication, and engagement plans, Martel delivers tailored support.

Additionally, we provide specialised training on European funding rules, science and technology communication, and advanced Information and Communication Technology topics—including Cloud Computing, Edge Computing, the Internet of Things, Artificial Intelligence, and Open-Source Software Engineering.