HR Generalist (Compensation & Benefits)

About the role

A client is looking for an experienced HR Generalist (80%) with Compensation & Benefits responsibilities (20%). Reporting to the HR Director, the role covers HR administration, payroll and social insurance coordination, HR systems and data management, and compensation-related projects. It serves about 200 employees and acts as the local expert on compensation and benefits.

Key responsibilities

• HR operations and employee lifecycle: prepare employment contracts, amendments and certificates; coordinate onboarding, internal mobility, leave and offboarding; maintain accurate employee records; answer employee and manager questions; ensure compliance with company policies and Swiss employment regulations.
• Payroll, social insurance and compliance: coordinate monthly payroll with the external provider; manage salary changes, variable pay and benefits; keep working time and absence records; coordinate sickness, accident and other insurance cases.
• Compensation and benefits: support and improve local practices; coordinate annual salary reviews and bonuses; prepare salary benchmarks, market analyses and compensation reports; communicate and implement policies.
• Data, systems and continuous improvement: maintain accurate HR and organisational data; contribute to HR reporting, audits and compliance; support HRIS enhancements and local and global HR projects.

Required profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field.
• Swiss HR certification (HRSE).
• At least 5 years of experience in HR administration as a generalist.
• Proven experience in payroll coordination and Swiss social insurance management.
• Exposure to compensation and benefits, including salary reviews, benchmarking and benefits administration.
• Fluent French and English, written and spoken.

Required skills

• Good Excel skills.
• Strong attention to detail, confidentiality and analytical, pragmatic approach.