Evangelisch-reformierte Landeskirche des Kantons Zürich
Zürich
HR Specialist
- 05 September 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- Zürich
Job summary
Join the Reformierte Kirche Kanton Zürich as an HR professional. A fantastic opportunity in a supportive environment awaits!
Tasks
- Manage all personnel and payroll administration from start to finish.
- Provide reliable support on employment and insurance issues.
- Collaborate with colleagues to enhance HR operations.
Skills
- Requires relevant education and extensive HR experience.
- Strong service orientation and modern IT skills.
- Empathetic communication and willingness to learn.
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About the job
Workload
80%
Start date
1 October 2026 or by arrangement
The Resources Department (Personnel Service, Finance, IT and Central Services) of the General Church Services provides the personnel and business management foundation for the work of the regional church.
Your tasks
- Together with two colleagues, you are responsible for the complete personnel and payroll administration – from entry to exit – for the pastors in the Canton of Zurich. You act as a competent and reliable contact person for employees and parishes on all employment and insurance law matters.
Your profile
- You have appropriate training and several years of professional experience in HR and sound knowledge of public law personnel regulations, ideally in the Canton of Zurich; knowledge of ABACUS software is an advantage.
- A strong service orientation and confident use of modern IT solutions are natural for you.
- In contact with different people, you communicate empathetically, openly, kindly and professionally.
- You bring the willingness and motivation to quickly familiarise yourself with church personnel law and our specific processes.
Our offer
- You can expect a collegial and appreciative working environment with contemporary and attractive employment conditions in a central location in Zurich's old town.
- We value your development and are happy to support you in your professional further qualification.
Further information about the position
Oliver Gotthold, Head of Personnel Service
oliver.gotthold@zhref.ch
+41 44 258 92 24