HR Generalist/Payroll 50%

For our client based in Zürich, we are looking for an Interim HR Generalist with a focus on Payroll

Key Responsibilities and Duties

HR Processes and Administration:

• Responsible for managing the payroll process in Switzerland
• Support the implementation of a new payroll system and closely collaborate with the vendor to ensure timely and accurate data processing
• Serve as the first point of contact for employees and managers regarding HR and labor law-related queries
• Manage employee documentation and maintain HR databases and systems (e.g., LMS, personnel files, payroll, time tracking), ensuring compliance with legal requirements and GDPR
• Coordinate and implement agreed actions, processes, and communication in close cooperation with HR Managers, HR Business Partners (HRBP), and the Center of Excellence
• Handle local HR reporting and personnel data analysis, ensuring accuracy and data quality
• Monitor changes in local labor legislation, legal regulations, and market trends, and inform relevant stakeholders of significant developments.

Employee Relations:

• Support the management of employee representation and works council relations (where applicable), acting as the primary point of contact if needed
• Lead or support local disciplinary and termination processes, including relevant agreements.
• Support the execution of employee engagement surveys and activities, and follow up on action plans
• Ensure occupational health and safety compliance in collaboration with legal advisors and designated safety representatives

Recruitment Process:

• Work closely with the Hiring Manager, Regional Talent Acquisition Manager, and HR Manager to manage the end-to-end recruitment process for all roles, in accordance with company guidelines
• Participate in job interviews, communicate rejections, and prepare and deliver job offers.

Onboarding & Offboarding:

• Collect all necessary information from new hires to proceed with the employment process
• Provide documents and welcome materials in line with local and regional standards.
• Ensure smooth onboarding and offboarding experiences, with a focus on process effectiveness

Compensation & Benefits:

• Oversee the payroll process for Switzerland
• Assist with the implementation of a new external payroll provider.
• Act as the point of contact for external payroll vendors
• Manage local benefits, insurance, and pension schemes, as well as wellness programs
• Provide input to HR Managers, Total Rewards, and HRBP on mandatory local salary adjustments (e.g., legal increases, collective agreements, indexation).

Training & Development:

• Ensure the rollout of corporate and regional training programs, as well as support individual development needs
• Maintain records in the Learning Management System (LMS) and report training costs when required

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or equivalent (additional HR certifications are a plus)
• At least 3 years of experience in a similar HR role
• At least 3 years of experience in payroll
• Excellent written and spoken English skills
• Strong understanding of general HR policies and procedures.
• Accurate and efficient HR administration and employee data management skills.
• Solid knowledge of local labor law and employment legislation
• Ability to collaborate effectively with employees, managers, vendors, and authorities
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion
• Strong multitasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines
• Team player with the ability to work in a virtual and international environment.
• Integrity and a positive, relationship-building attitude based on trust and respect.
• Proficiency in SuccessFactors, MS Office, Learning Hub, and Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).

Does this sound like the right fit? Then we look forward to hearing from you!