Université de Lausanne
Lausanne
12 hours ago
Head of the Human Resources Management Division
- 04 February 2026
- 100%
- Lausanne
Job summary
Join the prestigious University of Lausanne (UNIL) as HR Manager. Enjoy a collaborative environment and great benefits.
Tasks
- Lead HR management strategies and ensure efficient operations.
- Oversee a team of 25 HR professionals and foster development.
- Implement policies and practices to enhance HR services.
Skills
- Master's in HR, law, or related field with several years of experience.
- Strong knowledge of labor law and public management.
- Excellent communication skills in French and English.
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About the job
Introduction
A leading international teaching and research institution, Unil has nearly 5,000 employees and 17,000 students, distributed between the Dorigny campus and the CHUV and Epalinges sites. As an employer, it promotes excellence, recognition of individuals, and responsibility.
Presentation
The Human Resources Service (SRH) of the University of Lausanne (Unil) supports the Management, faculties, and services in implementing coherent human resources policies adapted to the Institution's needs. It manages HR personnel, provides HR tools and services, and offers specialized support to Unil units, thus contributing to the smooth operation and development of the University.
To complete its team, the Human Resources Service is looking for a
Head of the Human Resources Management Division.
Job-related information
Start date: May 1, 2026, or to be agreed
Contract duration: indefinite
Work rate: 80% - 100%
Workplace: Dorigny
Your activities
Directly reporting to the Director of the Human Resources Service and a member of its management committee, alongside 5 heads of specialized divisions, the head of the Human Resources Management Division participates in the strategic orientations of the SRH, defines priorities, and manages the HR management system of Unil to ensure its quality, coherence, and efficiency.
The division includes four HR units, each led by an HR manager and composed of an HR advisor and specialized HR managers, as well as a person dedicated to apprenticeship. The division represents a staff of 25 people. The position holder supports the development and implementation of HR policies, practices, and tools with a service-oriented approach, institutional coherence, and continuous improvement, responding to Unil's challenges and its HR function.
Your profile
Driven by a sense of public service and holding recognized training in human resources (Master's in work psychology, public policy and management, or law), you have several years of experience in a similar role and excellent knowledge of labor law and public management. A relational and caring personality, solution-oriented, you are recognized for your unifying spirit, great efficiency, and genuine interpersonal skills. You are also very comfortable with oral and written communication in French and English.
Your benefits
A pleasant working environment in a multicultural and diverse academic setting.
Opportunities for continuing education, a multitude of activities, and other benefits to discover.
More information at unil.ch/travailler
For further information
Mr.
Etienne Fivat
HR Director
tel: 0041 21 692 45 01
Your application file
Application deadline: 22.02.2026
We invite you to send us your complete file in Word or PDF format.
Only applications submitted through this site will be considered.
Thank you for your understanding.
Job description
Remarks
UNIL is committed to:
• Equality, diversity, and inclusion within its community;
• Ensuring an open, respectful environment conducive to personal development;
• Offering working conditions favorable to balancing different spheres of life.
To increase the number of women in leadership positions, female applications are particularly encouraged.
