HR Manager (f/m/d)

River Advice AG; Basel; Hybrid; CHF 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

River Advice AG in Basel is seeking a dedicated HR professional to manage day-to-day HR operations for onshore staff, with a focus on Swiss payroll processing and data integrity.

You will collaborate with the HR Director, Payroll Manager and international colleagues to optimize processes, administer contracts, time tracking and personnel files.

Fluency in German and English, hands-on experience with Abacus-ERP (MyAbacus) and Microsoft 365 are important, as is a proactive, service-oriented mindset.

Qualifications

• Practical experience in operational HR and Swiss payroll processing.
• Strong knowledge of Swiss labor law and social security.
• Proficiency in HR systems and payroll tools.
• Fluency in German and English.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day HR operations for onshore employees.
• Handle payroll processing, monthly closings and related reports.
• Maintain HR data and assist Abacus-ERP / MyAbacus processes.
• Assist recruitment, time tracking, absences and personnel files.
• Collaborate with HR Director, Payroll Manager and international colleagues.

Skills

Payroll processing

HR operations

Microsoft 365

Abacus-ERP

MyAbacus

HR systems

German & English

Education

Basic business training

HR qualification

Vocational or equivalent

Tools

Abacus-ERP

MyAbacus

Microsoft 365

Job description

River Advice AG is part of the UNITED WATERWAYS Group and operates in the field of international vessel management. Our employees on shore and on board make a big difference every day. For them to work successfully, they need an HR team that listens, provides reliable support, and thinks ahead.

For our team in Basel, we are looking for a dedicated and positive individual who will take on responsibility for day-to-day HR operations, has experience in Swiss payroll processing, and will actively help further develop our processes. You will primarily support our onshore employees and work closely with the HR Director, the Payroll Manager, and our international colleagues.

Your Responsibilities

• You will support employees and managers throughout the entire employee lifecycle and serve as a reliable point of contact for their HR-related concerns.
• You will assist with HR administration, including contracts, employment references, personnel changes, and personnel files.
• You will be responsible for workforce planning and will assist with recruitment, as well as managing employee time tracking and absences.
• You will participate in employee reviews, professional development, vocational training, and internal HR projects.
• For more complex labor law issues, you’ll work closely with the HR Director.

Payroll and Social Security

• You will handle the monthly payroll and assist with the monthly and annual closing procedures.
• You will process withholding tax, wage statements, and other payroll-related reports and calculations.
• You will handle social security matters, family allowances, and reports of illness and accidents.
• You’ll be in contact with insurance companies, government agencies, and our insurance broker, and you’ll work with the Payroll Manager as needed.

Systems and Processes

• You will carefully maintain our HR data and ensure that personnel data is handled confidentially.
• You will assist with the support of Abacus-ERP and MyAbacus, as well as the further development of our HR processes.
• You’ll contribute ideas to simplify and digitize processes and improve collaboration within HR.

Your Profile

• An open, motivated, service-oriented person who enjoys working as part of a team and finds pragmatic solutions.
• Basic business training and further education in HR, or a comparable qualification.
• Practical experience in operational HR and Swiss payroll processing.
• A strong understanding of Swiss labor law and social security; experience with withholding tax is important.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft 365 and HR systems. Knowledge of Abacus is a plus.
• Fluency in spoken and written German and English.
• A structured, independent, and reliable work style, as well as discretion.
• Experience in vocational training or completion of a vocational training instructor course is a plus.

What to expect at River Advice

• A versatile HR role offering responsibility and the freedom to shape the work.
• A collaborative and motivated HR team with quick decision-making processes and close cooperation.
• Collaborating with colleagues across national borders.
• The opportunity to actively help shape the expansion and professionalization of our HR work.
• A work environment where you can contribute your ideas and experience and continue to develop your professional skills.