Swiss HR Generalist (French) - End-to-End HR

Michael Page

Thônex

On-site

CHF 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Job summary

Michael Page is seeking an experienced HR Generalist in the Geneva area to manage day-to-day HR administration and recruitment coordination. You will support onboarding, respond to employee queries, and maintain accurate HR records in a fast-paced, international environment.

The role requires a Swiss HR Certificate, strong knowledge of Swiss labor law, and fluent French. You will interact with managers and employees, contributing to diverse HR activities and ensuring compliant people processes.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in a generalist HR role.
  • Swiss HR Certificate is mandatory.
  • Strong knowledge of Swiss labor law.
  • Fluent French is required.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Autonomous, organized, and solution-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

  • Manage day-to-day HR administration to maintain accurate and well-organised employee records.
  • Coordinate recruitment activities, including vacancy administration, candidate communication and interview scheduling.
  • Prepare employment documents and support onboarding steps for new employees.
  • Respond to employee and manager queries, providing clear information on HR processes.
  • Maintain HR data and documentation to support consistent people processes.
  • Coordinate absence records and related administrative follow-up.
  • Contribute to internal HR communications and the delivery of department activities.

Skills

Fluent French
Payroll knowledge

Education

Swiss HR Certificate

Job description

Michael Page is seeking an experienced HR Generalist in the Geneva area to manage day-to-day HR administration and recruitment coordination. You will support onboarding, respond to employee queries, and maintain accurate HR records in a fast-paced, international environment.

The role requires a Swiss HR Certificate, strong knowledge of Swiss labor law, and fluent French. You will interact with managers and employees, contributing to diverse HR activities and ensuring compliant people processes.

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