Lead HR BP - German-speaking Region (m/f/d)

• Dynamic, regulated healthcare environment • Pragmatic, implementation-strong way of working with strategic & operative focus About Our Client ## For an established, interdisciplinary healthcare organization in Switzerland operating in a dynamic and regulated environment, we are looking for a Lead HR Business Partnering (m/f/d). The organization is characterized by growth, ongoing transformations, as well as a strong focus on quality, compliance and employees. Job Description ## The Lead HR Business Partner is the leading HR partner for the German-speaking region of Switzerland and supports company growth across several portfolio companies. The role combines strategic HR leadership with a pronounced closeness to the operative business and ensures that HR initiatives are effectively implemented. They lead a team of HR Business Partners and combine strategic HR consulting, organizational development, as well as operative HR leadership. Furthermore, they drive the integration of acquisitions, organizational changes, and people initiatives in alignment with the company-wide HR strategy. Main tasks include: 1. Strategic HR Business Partnering • Main contact person for regional management and advisor to executives in organizational development, leadership and change management. • Derives HR initiatives from business strategies and drives their implementation to promote growth, performance and integration. • Participation in strategic HR projects. • Handles complex labor law issues and ensures compliance with labor law and compliance requirements. 1. Organizational Development & Integration • Responsible for the HR integration of new companies as well as the implementation of organizational and change initiatives. • Supports executives in the areas of organizational design, talent and performance management as well as employee retention. • Promotes talent and succession planning at a regional level. 1. Further Development of the HR Operating Model • Drives the implementation of the HR operating model and strengthens the cooperation between HR Business Partners, Shared Services and the business. • Further develops the HRBP team into a strategic business partnering model. 1. Leadership of the HR Team • Leads, coaches and develops the regional team of HR Business Partners. • Promotes a unified HR approach as well as the exchange of best practices across the region. 1. Collaboration with HR Operations • Ensures effective cooperation with the HR Shared Service Center within the area of responsibility. • Ensuring payroll processes until approximately spring 2027 as part of the transition phase until full handover to the Shared Service Center, including responsibility for payroll processing and the 2026 annual closing for one of the locations. The Successful Applicant ## Background and Experience • Further education in the field of HR (HR Fachausweis, Payroll Specialist, CAS, MAS, Personnel Manager) and/or HR studies • Several years of sound hands-on experience in the Swiss HR environment as an HR Generalist, HR Manager or Head of HR, with a broad understanding of operative and strategic HR topics including payroll • Very good knowledge of Swiss labor law and HR practice. • HR leadership experience in a complex organization with several companies and locations. • Experience in organizational development, change management as well as corporate and culture integration. • Ability to combine strategic HR topics pragmatically and with implementation strength with operative requirements. • Leadership experience in a regulated, service-oriented industry, ideally in healthcare or life sciences. • Fluent German skills (German-speaking Switzerland region) as well as good English skills; French skills are an advantage. Personal Characteristics • Strategic and at the same time hands-on oriented leadership personality. • Strong communication and relationship competence with the ability to connect different stakeholders. • Confident appearance in a dynamic and changing environment. • Pragmatic, solution-oriented and decisive. • Trustworthy personality with high credibility at all organizational levels. • Passion for the development of people, building high-performing organizations and creating sustainable value. What's on Offer ## • The opportunity to achieve sustainable impact and actively help shape the further development of the HR organization. • A professional and collegial environment that promotes individual responsibility, expertise and commitment. • Long-term development and design opportunities in a dynamic and growing healthcare environment. Quote job ref JN-082026-7075750 Job Function Human Resources Specialisation Head of HR Industry Healthcare / Pharmaceutical Where Zürich Contract Type Permanent Job Reference JN-082026-7075750 Job Nature Home Office