HR Business Partner – Swiss Restaurants (80-100% FTE)

About the role

We are seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to join our People Team and act as a trusted advisor to franchisees, restaurant leaders, and internal stakeholders across German‑speaking Switzerland. You will help implement McDonald’s HR strategy, drive people initiatives, and ensure an outstanding employee experience throughout the region.

Key responsibilities

• Provide HR guidance on employee relations, talent development, performance management, compliance and administration for franchisees and restaurant leadership.
• Drive implementation of McDonald’s HR strategy and key people initiatives across the restaurant network.
• Analyze HR metrics and workforce trends to support decision‑making and address organisational needs.
• Lead and contribute to local and national HR projects, ensuring alignment with stakeholders and business objectives.
• Support resolution of complex employee‑relations matters and maintain a positive, compliant work environment.
• Keep HR policies, procedures and documentation up to date with legal and business requirements.
• Deliver training, share best practices and develop people capabilities across the restaurant network.

Required profile

• University degree or equivalent in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as an HR Business Partner or HR Consultant in a multi‑site, fast‑paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of Swiss labour law and HR best practices.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, coaching and influencing abilities.
• Analytical, problem‑solving mindset with a pragmatic, hands‑on approach.
• Native German speaker with professional English proficiency; French or Italian is a plus.
• Willingness to travel regularly within Switzerland.

Required skills

What we offer

• Flexible working hours and remote work options based on business needs.
• Mobility benefit – company car, SBB travel pass or travel allowance.
• Variable bonus linked to individual and business performance.
• Learning & development opportunities, including access to Hamburger University.
• Well‑being contributions and employee support initiatives.
• Attractive restaurant discounts and exclusive corporate benefits.