Senior HR Specialist

Unilabs Group Services; Schweiz; Remote; CHF 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

International environment

Taking responsibility and growth

Positive working atmosphere

Fringe benefits40-hour week; 5 weeks'

Radiological analyses discount

Job summary

Unilabs Group Services in Dübendorf seeks an experienced Senior HR Specialist to join our HR team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. You will manage full recruitment, onboarding and collaborate with managers to define role requirements.

You will handle HR administration for the region, employee records, employment contracts, and liaise with government authorities. You will also act as Key User for our ATS, train staff, and prepare HR reports.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years in HR or Talent Acquisition.
• Experience in medical, life sciences, or healthcare preferred.
• Fluent in German and English; Italian a plus.
• Strong organization and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage full recruitment cycle from job postings to onboarding.
• Collaborate with managers to define role requirements.
• Act as ATS Key User; train users and troubleshoot.
• Handle HR administration, contracts, and records.

Skills

Recruitment

Onboarding

ATS

HR Administration

German-English

Job description

Unilabs is the largest provider of medical laboratory diagnostics for prescribers and hospitals in Switzerland and employs around 800 people.

Your Tasks

We are looking for an experienced Senior HR Specialist to join our HR team in Dübendorf on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

Core Responsibilities

Managing the full recruitment cycle: job postings, application screening, interviews, coordination with hiring managers, and onboarding.

Collaborating closely with managers to define role requirements and ensure effective hiring outcomes.

Maintaining and improving the applicant tracking system.

2. HR Administration & Employee Support 20-30%

Acting as the first point of contact for all HR-related administrative questions from employees

Independently managing personnel administration for the region, including: Drafting and issuing employment contracts, amendments, termination letters, employment confirmations, and reference letters.

Processing applications for child allowances and maternity insurance.

Maintaining accurate and up-to-date employee records and files. Handling correspondence with employees, external partners, and government authorities.

3. HR Systems, Processes, Reporting & Internal Coordination – 20%

Acting as Key User for our ATS and related HR processes.

Training employees and managers on new systems and process changes, including troubleshooting support.

Serving as Point of Contact for internal IT and Quality departments on HR-related topics.

Preparing and analyzing HR data and reports (e.g., headcount, FTEs, employee statistics).

Your Profile

You’ll be a great fit if:

You have at least 3 years of experience in a similar HR or Talent Acquisition role.

You have experience in medical recruitment, life sciences, healthcare, or a related industry (a strong plus).

You are fluent in both German and English, written and spoken.

You have knowledge of Italian (a plus).

You are highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities independently. You have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

We Offer

• An exciting and dynamic work environment with a lot of internationality
• Taking responsibility and unfolding your potential
• A positive working atmosphere with a partnership and appreciative corporate culture
• Attractive fringe benefits as well as a 40-hour week and 5-weeks vacation
• Annual fee for your personal analyses and special prices for radiological advice from the Unilabs Group