Head Of Human Resources Switzerland
Talentmate
United Arab Emirates
16th April 2026
2604-2544-1241
Job Description
- Fluency in French, German and English needed
- Leading end‑to‑end HR strategy and operations in Switzerland
Our client is the Swiss entity of a leading German international group, operating in a demanding, regulated, and performance‑driven environment. The Swiss organisation plays a strategic role within the Group, both operationally and culturally.
Job Description
Reporting to the Swiss GM and working closely with Group HR in Germany, you act as a strategic business partner and trusted advisor to senior leadership.
Leadership & Team Management
- Lead, develop and inspire a Swiss HR team of 12 professionals across multiple sites
- Foster a strong culture of leadership, accountability, and HR excellence
- Support and challenge managers in people leadership, performance management, and talent development
- Define and implement the Swiss HR strategy in alignment with Group objectives
- Act as the subject‑matter expert for Swiss labour law, ensuring full legal compliance across all HR matters
- Advise management on complex employee relations issues, organisational design, and workforce planning
- Build and strengthen a compelling employer brand in Switzerland
- Drive initiatives related to employee engagement, experience, and retention
- Position HR as a key contributor to business performance, culture, and reputation
- Manage employee relations in Switzerland with authority, credibility, and pragmatism
- Serve as the key HR interface with German headquarters and international stakeholders
- Operate effectively in a multicultural and German‑speaking environment
Experience & Expertise
- University degree in Human Resources, Law, Business Administration, or equivalent
- 10-15+ years of progressive HR experience, including a senior leadership role (HR Director / Head of HR)
- In‑depth, hands‑on knowledge of Swiss labour and employment law is mandatory
- Proven track record managing HR teams and leading change in complex organisations
- Experience in international and matrix environments is a strong asset
- French: fluent (working language)
- German: mandatory - professional level required
- English: very good command
- Strong, visible, and credible leadership style
- Strategic thinker with a pragmatic, hands‑on approach
- Excellent communication, influence, and stakeholder‑management skills
- High level of professionalism, integrity, and business acumen
- A strategic, country‑level HR leadership role with strong visibility
- Direct impact on leadership culture and employer branding in Switzerland
- International exposure within a German‑rooted group
- Stable, on‑site working environment with a strong leadership presence
Quote job ref: JN-042026-6995936
Job Details
| Role Level: | Director | Work Type: | Full-Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Country: | United Arab Emirates | City: | Dubai |
| Company Website: | https://redirect.michaelpage.com/mp-home | Job Function: | Human Resources (HR) |
| Company Industry/ Sector: |
Staffing and Recruiting | ||
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