Universitätsspital Zürich
Zürich
Head of HR Systems & Applications / Deputy Division Manager 80-100%
- 19 August 2026
- 80 – 100%
- Permanent position
- 8600 Zürich
About the job
You actively shape the digital HR landscape at USZ and are responsible for the professional implementation and further development of HR systems, with a special focus on the new HR Suite. You translate professional requirements into efficient system solutions and digital workflows, ensure sustainable operation, and accompany releases, tests, and system adjustments. At the same time, you monitor new technologies such as automation and AI and assess their benefits for HR. A versatile key role with great scope for design and clear development prospects.
The University Hospital Zurich is one of the largest hospitals in Switzerland. Our over 8,600 employees and around 700 trainees are committed daily to the well-being of our patients.
The University Hospital Zurich is one of the largest hospitals in Switzerland. Our over 8,600 employees and around 700 trainees are committed daily to the well-being of our patients.
Head of HR Systems & Applications / Deputy Division Manager 80-100%
immediate start or by arrangement
Your main tasks
- Analysis, design, harmonisation, and continuous optimisation of HR processes and workflows
- Development and further development of user-oriented end-to-end processes
- Collection and structuring of professional requirements from HR and other stakeholders
- Professional support for the implementation of requirements in the HR Suite and other relevant HR applications
- Conducting and moderating process and requirements workshops
- Creation and maintenance of process descriptions, work instructions, and professional documentation
- Planning and coordination of professional tests, key user tests, and approvals
- Development and implementation of training and enablement measures
- Establishment, coordination, and further development of the HR key user network
Your profile
- Completed education or further training with a focus on Human Resources, Business Administration, or a comparable field
- Several years of professional experience in the HR environment as well as a sound understanding of HR processes and their organisational contexts
- Several years of leadership experience
- Experience in analysing, designing, and optimising end-to-end processes and workflows
- Experience in the structured translation of professional requirements into a system-technical environment
- Experience with HR systems and ideally with the introduction or further development of integrated HR solutions
- Ability to prioritise multiple parallel topics and maintain an overview even in demanding situations; independent, competence-based decision-making including careful consideration of opportunities and risks
- Structured, independent, and solution-oriented working style
- High communication and consulting competence as well as audience-appropriate appearance
Our benefits
- Challenging specialist role with high strategic relevance
- Scope for design in a central control area
- Active participation in shaping the digital HR landscape
- Modern working conditions and development opportunities
- Collaboration in a committed and specialised team with short decision-making paths and high professional impact
University Hospital Zurich
8600 Zurich
8600 Zurich
