VSL Switzerland is looking for an HR Manager Central Europe based in in Berne. You will report directly to the Human Resources Director of VSL International and the Regional Director of CEMEI.
The main purpose of the job is to ensure a consistently high level of business-focused, business-relevant HR Service is delivered to VSL in Central Europe (Switzerland, Czech Republic and Poland)
Your main Responsibilities will be:
· To be the trusted advisor to the Area Director on HR matters in the 3 PCs
· To be a trusted HR advisor to the 3 PC Managers
· To be a problem-solver for operational HR issues in the PCs
· To be responsible for managing the main HR processes in VSL Central Europe (salary review, Annual Exchange Meetings, talent review) in an effective and efficient way
· To manage external recruitment and internal mobility to ensure projects are staffed with the right people, on time using the right sourcing tools in a cost-effective way
· To identify training needs and ensure the right training is delivered
· To help drive better gender diversity in line with company objectives
· To reinforce links with partner universities and ensure interns and fresh graduates are hired into the business
· To keep a track of key HR indicators, such as Gender Diversity and voluntary turnover
· To be an active member of VSL’s HR Committee
· To ensure roll-out locally of improvement initiatives decided at VSL level
· To be the guarantor in terms of respect of the Labour Law and HR Processes
· To make sure the administration processes for our employees are fully compliant (visas, benefits, employment contracts, …)
· To be open and attentive for employees when they face a difficulty and need HR support
· Management of a small team
· To champion a VSL-wide HR development initiative
We are looking for solid HR experience and some international experience would be a plus.
Personal Competencies: Good problem-solving skills - Ability to communicate with people at different levels in the organisation - Cross-cultural awareness - Open-mindedness - Flexibility - Cultural awareness - Capacity to train others- Management skills
Technical Skills: Good all round generalist HR competence
Languages: Fluency in German and French is a must - A good level in English is required