Company Description
WHO ARE WE?
SGS stands as the world's leading testing, inspection, and certification company. For over 140 years, we have been recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than 100,000 employees and 2500 laboratories around the world, operating in virtually every country, we provide services that touch every aspect of daily life, from the food we eat to the products we use and the environments we live in. Embark on a journey with SGS, a symbol of excellence and trust, and apply now to discover your potential with us.
Job Description
As an experienced HR professional, HRBP actively participates to meet the Company’s objectives by aligning the HR strategy with the Company business needs.
The HRBP builds a strong business relationship with employees and senior management by providing value-added advisory on topics such as HR policies, learning & Development, performance management, legal requirements, compensation & benefits. Proactively participates to attracting and retaining the best talents.
As the main entry point for employees within the dedicated Functions/Businesses, HRBP is responsible for the following:
- While relying on the technical expertise available internally (payroll, L&D), provide advisory and perform activities related to recruitment & onboarding, performance & development, compensation & rewards, organizational changes, labor and employee relations, disciplinary and termination procedures, etc.
- Actively identify gaps, propose and implement changes when necessary to cover risks
- Support the implementation of HR strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall business strategy
- Provide regulatory and policy advice; answer inquiries regarding policies, procedures and programs to facilitate consistency and equity across all SGS functions/businesses and sites
- Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations; recommend best practices; proactively review policies and procedures to maintain compliance
- Provide data and statistics on local HR / Industry market practice
- Participate in local and global HR projects such as implementation of a global HRIS, development path for high potentials, etc.
- Participate in HR process optimization
- At all times, comply with SGS Code of Integrity and Professional Conduct
Qualifications
- BSc/BA in Education, Psychology, HR or equivalent
- Proven experience for min. 5 years in a similar role in Switzerland, operating at a senior level within a multinational environment
- Able to travel regularly to visit our sites located throughout Switzerland (approx. 2-3 travels/month)
- Very good communication and interpersonal skills
- Strategic thinking. Ability to build trust, respect and confidentiality.
- Able to work autonomously while being a great team player
- Proactive and solution-oriented, “make-it happens” attitude
- English & German (written & spoken), French is a plus
Additional Information
100%-80% mode of work is available
We would like to hear from candidates based in Zug, Switzerland
