HR Business Partner ENG/GER (H/F/X)

We are looking for a bilingual French/German HR Business Partner to support retail operations across Switzerland and act as a trusted advisor to managers on all people-related matters. Reporting to the HR leadership team based in Lausanne, you will drive HR initiatives, employee engagement, talent management, and organizational effectiveness while ensuring close support to store management teams.

Our client is a well-established and respected retail organization operating a nationwide network of stores across Switzerland. Recognized for its strong people culture and advanced HR practices, the company continuously invests in talent development, leadership capabilities, and modern HR processes to support business growth and employee engagement.

Description

• Act as a strategic and operational HR Business Partner for retail management teams across Switzerland.
• Provide expert guidance and coaching to managers on employee relations, performance management, talent development, organizational design, and workforce planning.
• Support and challenge business leaders to ensure effective people management practices aligned with company objectives.
• Drive key HR initiatives and projects, ensuring successful implementation within the retail network.
• Partner with managers on recruitment, succession planning, talent reviews, and employee development programs.
• Monitor employee engagement and implement actions to strengthen employee experience and retention.
• Advise on labor law matters, HR policies, and best practices while ensuring compliance with local regulations.
• Manage employee relations cases and support managers in resolving complex people issues.
• Analyze HR metrics and business indicators to provide recommendations and support decision-making.
• Collaborate closely with HR Centers of Excellence and other stakeholders to deliver consistent and high-quality HR services.
• Build strong relationships with regional and store management teams through a visible field presence.
• Travel weekly across German-speaking Switzerland to visit retail locations, support managers, and ensure close alignment between HR and operations.
• Maintain regular presence at the Lausanne headquarters to collaborate with the wider HR team and business stakeholders.

Profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field.
• Proven experience as an HR Business Partner, Senior HR Generalist, or similar role within a fast-paced retail, consumer goods, hospitality, or multi-site environment.
• Fluent in English and German (mandatory); French is considered a strong asset.
• Strong knowledge of Swiss labor law and HR best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to influence, coach, and challenge managers at different organizational levels.
• Experience managing employee relations, performance management, organizational change, and talent development topics.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to translate business needs into practical HR solutions.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.
• Hands-on, pragmatic, and solution-oriented mindset.
• Comfortable working autonomously while collaborating within a larger HR structure.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively across German-speaking Switzerland on a weekly basis.
• Valid driving license and flexibility to regularly visit stores and operational sites.

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