Human Resources Director

We are looking for talented people who share our interests and values. Do you concentrate on the essentials and keep what you promise? Are you trying to make the complicated simple and are unmistakably different in everything you say and do? And most importantly, are you good at offering exceptional service every day?

At Salt we live the culture of motivation, which ensures a unique work environment. The atmosphere is the result of personal effort, teamwork and support. We encourage and challenge each other, we dare and trust.

We are looking for a

Starting date: asap or by agreement

Your main responsibilities

• Leadership and development of the HR department in charge of 1’000 employees
• Management and continuous improvement of all HR and personnel processes (employee lifecycle)
• Management, supervision and continuous enhancement of the entire HR operations & administration, including payroll coordination, benefits management, and HR record keeping
• Management and improvement of HR policies, employee handbook, and standard operating procedures
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and regulations, as well as company policies
• Management and continuous improvement of employee assessment and development, annual performance and compensation reviews, employee benefits
• Management and development of strategic and operational HR activities, including contribution to functional and cross-functional initiatives, and implementation of digitalization strategy and automation where possible to improve efficiency, including analysis of HR tools and future needs
• Preparation, analysis and supervision of HR key figures, Budget and reporting for the attention of Top Management and authorities
• Management and coaching regarding employee development, including also conflict management and disciplinary measures, anticipation and resolution of litigation risks
• Close collaboration with Top Management and point of contact for all HR related topics for the organization and authorities
• Lead role in initiatives maximising employee engagement, well-being, equal opportunities and diversity.

Your Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred)
• Proven experience (7 years) in HR leadership, preferably in telecom, technology or retail sectors
• Strong knowledge of labor laws and HR best practices
• Proven ability to work confidently and independently in a fast paced and unbureaucratic environment
• Able and willing to take direct responsibility for specific activities based on their nature or if required by the team’s workload
• Continuous improvement mindset with focus on addressing root causes of identified issues
• Motivated, communicative and well-organized person with a high level of initiative and independence paired with a positive work attitude, pragmatic hands-on mentality and high commitment
• Strong focus on high quality and efficiency, business and customer needs orientation
• High level of interpersonal skills and integrity
• Excellent knowledge of French and English, good working knowledge of German
• Experience with HR information systems, HR-KPI and reporting

What we offer

• Opportunity to be a direct contributor in a dynamic organization with a flat hierarchy structure and short decision-making paths within a fast paced industry
• Motivated and supporting team
• Modern work environment
• 20% Home office possible, regular presence at headquarter in Lausanne area, Biel office or Zurich expected
• Attractive employment conditions above the market, in particular in terms of vacation, insurance, pension fund and fringe benefits

Always dreamed of having a job in a diverse and refreshing environment? Then we really need to meet. Please apply online (we only accept online applications).