HR Generalist

About the role

Parker Hannifin is looking for an experienced and proactive HR Generalist to join its Regional Headquarters team. The role supports a wide range of HR activities, ensures HR policies, processes and initiatives are implemented effectively, contributes to a positive employee experience and supports business objectives in a multinational setting. The position is based at the EMEA headquarters in Etoy, Switzerland.

Key responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day HR operations across the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, offboarding, employee records and HR administration
• Advise employees and managers on HR policies, procedures and employee matters
• Support recruitment and selection together with hiring managers and Talent Acquisition teams
• Coordinate onboarding, training, development and performance management
• Support compensation and benefits administration, payroll coordination and employee data management
• Help implement and improve HR policies, processes and regional HR initiatives
• Ensure compliance with labour legislation, internal policies and company standards
• Maintain accurate, confidential employee records and prepare HR reports and workforce documentation
• Work with regional and international HR teams to keep HR processes consistent across locations
• Contribute to employee engagement, organizational development and other HR projects

Required profile

• At least 5 years of HR experience in an HR Generalist or similar role
• Previous experience in a multinational company is highly desirable
• German language proficiency of at least 50% is mandatory
• Good command of English; French is an advantage
• Preferred: degree in HR, Business Administration, Psychology or a related field, or Federal Diploma of Higher Education in HR
• Preferred: experience supporting regional HR operations or working with international stakeholders

Required skills

• Solid understanding of HR processes and best practices
• Knowledge of SAP HR or SAP SuccessFactors is a plus
• Familiarity with HR systems, reporting tools and process improvement initiatives is preferred
• Strong communication, organizational and problem-solving skills

What we offer

• Work within an established global organization
• Exposure to regional HR operations and international collaboration
• A dynamic and professional working environment
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development