Senior HR Specialist (9-Month Temporary)

Edwards Lifesciences Sarl [Switzerland]; Nyon; On-site; CHF 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Edwards Lifesciences is seeking a temporary Senior HR Specialist for approximately 9 months to support the maternity leave back-up. Location: Nyon, Switzerland; office-based with proximity to Nyon. You will lead onboarding, administer contracts, and manage HR data and policies across Switzerland and Austria.

The role requires 3+ years of multinational HR experience, fluency in French and English, and knowledge of Swiss labour law. Proficiency with Workday and MS Office is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of relevant HR experience in a multinational environment.
• Swiss HR Certificate preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree, commercial school qualification, or completed apprenticeship.
• Fluency in French and English.
• Knowledge of Swiss labour law and the Swiss social insurance system.

Responsibilities

• Manage the onboarding and orientation process for new employees.
• Perform front-line HR duties for employee groups in Switzerland (Regional HQ) and Austria.
• Prepare and administer employment contracts, contract amendments, and related HR documentation in line with local labour laws.
• Administer and implement internal policies in compliance with corporate requirements.
• Manage HR data and ensure the proper use of all HR systems, maintaining data accuracy and compliance.
• Manage employee lifecycle administration in coordination with central HR Operations Teams, including changes in employment status, promotions, transfers, personnel file maintenance, and the issuance of employment letters and work certificates.
• Coordinate offboarding processes, including resignations, terminations, exit interviews, final settlements, and the return of company property.
• Manage absence and leave administration (e.g., vacation, sick leave, maternity/paternity leave, accidents) and monitor working time compliance.
• Prepare HR reports, metrics, and analyses (e.g., headcount, turnover, absenteeism, HR KPIs) and respond to internal and external statistical requests.
• Liaise with government authorities, social insurance institutions, pension funds, and insurers; manage work permits and cross-border employment requirements in coordination with central Operations Teams.
• Manage health, safety, and well-being initiatives, as well as employee engagement and recognition activities.
• Act as the first point of contact for employees and managers regarding HR policies, processes, and employment-related questions.
• Perform other incidental duties as assigned.

Skills

Fluent French

Fluent English

HR policies

Data accuracy

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Swiss HR Certificate

Tools

Workday

Microsoft Office

Job description

For the back-up of an employee on maternity leave, we are looking for a temporary Senior HR Specialist (approx. 9 months). Location: Nyon, Switzerland This is an office-based position. Candidates should be based in the Nyon area or within a reasonable commuting distance to Nyon.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the onboarding and orientation process for new employees
• Perform front-line HR duties for employee groups in Switzerland (Regional HQ) and Austria
• Prepare and administer employment contracts, contract amendments, and related HR documentation in line with local labour laws
• Administer and implement internal policies in compliance with corporate requirements
• Manage HR data and ensure the proper use of all HR systems, maintaining data accuracy and compliance
• Manage employee lifecycle administration in coordination with central HR Operations Teams, including changes in employment status, promotions, transfers, personnel file maintenance, and the issuance of employment letters and work certificates
• Coordinate offboarding processes, including resignations, terminations, exit interviews, final settlements, and the return of company property
• Manage absence and leave administration (e.g., vacation, sick leave, maternity/paternity leave, accidents) and monitor working time compliance
• Prepare HR reports, metrics, and analyses (e.g., headcount, turnover, absenteeism, HR KPIs) and respond to internal and external statistical requests
• Liaise with government authorities, social insurance institutions, pension funds, and insurers; manage work permits and cross-border employment requirements in coordination with central Operations Teams
• Manage health, safety, and well-being initiatives, as well as employee engagement and recognition activities
• Act as the first point of contact for employees and managers regarding HR policies, processes, and employment-related questions
• Perform other incidental duties as assigned

Education and Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in a multinational environment
• Swiss HR Certificate preferred
• Solid educational background required, with a Bachelor’s degree, commercial school qualification, or completed apprenticeship
• Fluency in French and English
• Knowledge of Swiss labour law and the Swiss social insurance system

Additional Skills:

• Proven expertise in the use of Microsoft Office Suite and HR systems such as Workday
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills, including consultative and relationship management skills, with the ability to drive the achievement of objectives
• Proven success in adhering to and managing project schedules and projects
• Strict attention to detail
• Ability to interact professionally with all organizational levels

Edwards Lifesciences is the leading global structural heart innovation company, driven by a passion to improve patient lives. Through breakthrough technologies, world-class evidence and partnerships with clinicians and healthcare stakeholders, our employees are inspired by our patient-focused culture to deliver life-changing innovations to those who need them most.