Human Resources Assistant

Gate Gourmet is the international leader in airline catering, onboard retail, and hospitality, operating over 135 catering establishments in 33 countries across 6 continents.

As part of a maternity leave replacement within the Human Resources department of our operational unit in Geneva, we are looking for a:

9-month part-time contract (60% to 80%)

The HR Assistant's main mission will be to manage the administrative tasks of the service, while contributing to the various activities of the department. He/she will provide support for a population of approximately 170 employees.

Main tasks and responsibilities:

• Carry out administrative procedures related to cantonal and airport authorities (AVS application, work permits, family allowances, airport badge, etc.).
• Manage hiring files and ensure the updating of personnel data in HR information systems.
• Prepare various HR documents (employment contracts, amendments, work certificates, etc.).
• Ensure the monitoring and recording of absences (illness, accident, etc.).
• Report accidents to our insurance company.
• Check daily allowance statements from social insurances.
• Enter certain payroll variables.
• Organise the delivery of work equipment to new employees and ensure follow-up.
• Manage requests for parking and public transport subscriptions.
• Handle the reception and processing of mail.
• Provide operational support to the HR team within the framework of the department's various activities.

Required qualifications:

Training :

• HR Assistant certificate or equivalent.
• Knowledge of legal basics (social insurances, salary, Ltr).

Professional experience:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in Switzerland as an HR Assistant or Manager.

Technical skills:

• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel.
• Comfortable with IT systems (HRIS).

Language and communication skills:

• Fluency in French and excellent writing skills.
• English proficiency is an advantage.

About the position:

• Part-time (to be defined between 60 and 80%).
• Fixed-term contract.
• Duration: from 1 December 2026 to 31 August 2027.
• The appointment is subject to prior criminal background checks.