HR Partner for French-speaking Switzerland 80%
- 15 September 2026
- 80%
- Permanent position
About the job
The Swiss Salvation Army Foundation is a non-profit social organisation and a Church, which supports people in difficult life situations in a simple and concrete way. At the heart of our mission: to accompany, welcome and offer perspectives to those in need. The HR department of the Salvation Army Headquarters in Bern acts as a central service centre for the 150 local sites.
Your area of activity
What you bring
What we offer you
For any questions regarding this position, Mathias Hofstetter is available until 30 September 2026 (mathias.hofstetter@heilsarmee.ch or +41 31 388 06 29).
Your area of activity
- As an HR Business Partner, you work closely with managers and advise them on all HR matters
- You ensure the quality of HR processes, support the recruitment of site managers and assist with the integration of new managers
- You actively contribute to personnel and organisational development, notably through monitoring evaluations, supporting managers in implementing appropriate measures and facilitating exchanges of best practices at the regional level
- You also professionally and discerningly support change processes, conflict situations and sensitive individual cases
- You participate in HR projects as well as internal training and procedures
What you bring
- Federal diploma as an HR specialist or personnel manager
- Proven experience in a generalist HR role, advisory or partnership with managers
- Very good knowledge of Swiss labour law and HR processes
- Excellent command of French, both spoken and written; good knowledge of German (essential)
- Confidence in conducting interviews, negotiation, moderation and supporting sensitive situations
- Identification with the mission and values of the Salvation Army
What we offer you
- An exciting and varied role in a unique and meaningful environment
- A rewarding and well-established team
- A professional and modern infrastructure with a workplace located centrally, near Bern /
Geneva train station - Interesting opportunities for continuing education and good social benefits
- 40-hour week / possibility to work from home
- An on-site bistro for breaks and meals in Bern
For any questions regarding this position, Mathias Hofstetter is available until 30 September 2026 (mathias.hofstetter@heilsarmee.ch or +41 31 388 06 29).
