Senior Employment Relation Specialist

Vor 5 Tagen


Switzerland Medtronic (Schweiz) AG Vollzeit

Careers that Change Lives
Medtronic is hiring an Employee and labor relations partner responsible for partnering with country leaders and HRBPs in building strong relationships between employees, leaders and employee representatives/Unions, where applicable, at country level, eventually taking a proactive approach to employee and labor relations by identifying higher-level employee trends, recommending solutions that address root cause of issue, and partnering with leadership on execution. 

In the role, you will act a key partner to leaders in driving  employee relations strategies, while maintaining a neutral position and labor relations strategies and administration.

A Day in the Life
•    Lead project management and process for reductions in force to include consulting with Managers, HR Business Partners, Legal, Finance and Security. 
•    Develop materials and resources to support process, ensuring an equitable and consistent selection process.  
•    Manage severance analysis, adverse impact analysis, legal review, works councils/employee representatives and/or union consultation and documentation, wherever applicable, training, scheduling, notifications, communications, and transition plans.  
•    Proactively reduce Employee and Labor Relations related risk through risk assessments and actionable feedback. Conduct training and coaching of managers/leaders on skills and techniques. 
•    Develop effective relationships with the business to promote good employee and labor relations across the organization. 
•    Deploy Labor relations activities locally with HR Business Partner and Senior Business leaders. Coordinates and connects with applicable councils, as needed (e.g., works councils, unions, health and safety councils, etc.). 
•    Coordinate and conduct meetings with WC/Employee representatives, Unions, wherever applicable, in close collaboration with local stakeholders. 
•    Assess and advise HR and Leaders on ensuring and implementing correct and appropriate consultation/ information/ negotiation process that mitigates risks, costs and maintains corporate image in close collaboration with HR and leaders. 

Must Haves
•    Bachelor's Degree
•    7-10 years of HR experience within big, corporate companies with a matrix organization
•    Fluency in English and French
•    Experience in the Swiss Legal Framework
•    Experience providing strategic partnership with leaders by leveraging data/metrics to identify trends and proactively address 
•    Experience in employee and labor relations 
•    Demonstrated knowledge of employment law
•    Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office (MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, etc)
•    Experience in project management, program/process design, as well as process improvement skill set.
•    Ability to provide strategic, proactive partnership to leaders
•    Demonstrated excellence in written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal awareness

Nice to Haves
•    Demonstrated excellence in organizational skills. 
•    Demonstrated ability to solve problems and multi-task. 
•    Demonstrated strengths in listening, fact-finding, and exploratory skills. Ability to uncover additional information.
•    Demonstrated ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion, as well as maintenance of confidentiality.
•    Ability to coach and consult at various levels in the organization
•    Objective Judgment & data driven Decision Making
•    Prioritization and Project Management
•    Global understanding and mind-set and ability to work across the matrix
•    Ability to travel within the region
•    Fluency in another European language.

We Offer
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package to all our employees:
•    Flexible working environment
•    Annual Incentive Plan % depending on company results
•    Pension scheme and group discount on healthcare insurance 
•    Training possibilities via Cornerstone/Skills Lab
•    Employee Assistance Program and Recognize (our global recognition program)

Our Commitment
Our unwavering commitment to inclusion, diversity, and equity (ID&E) means zero barriers to opportunity within Medtronic and a culture where all employees belong, are respected, and feel valued for who they are and the life experiences they contribute. We know equity starts beyond our workplace, and we must play a role in addressing systemic inequities in our communities if we hope to have long-term sustainable impact. Anchored in our Mission, we continue to drive ID&E forward both to enhance the well-being of Medtronic employees and to accelerate innovation that brings our lifesaving technologies to more people in more places around the world. 

About Medtronic
Bold thinking. Bolder actions. We are Medtronic.
We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions. Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life — unites a global team of 90,000+ passionate people. Powered by our diverse knowledge, insatiable curiosity, and desire to help all those who need it, we deliver innovative technologies that transform the lives of two people every second, every hour, every day. Expect more from us as we empower insight-driven care, experiences that put people first, and better outcomes for our world.
In everything we do, we are engineering the extraordinary.

Your Answer
Is this the position you were waiting for? Then please apply directly via the apply button

#LI-Hybrid



  • Switzerland Oracle Software (Schweiz) GmbH Vollzeit

    Join as an Sales Specialist CX  Oracle is leading the digital revolution. We are empowering nearly half a million businesses across the globe to turn untapped potential into real business value. Kick-start your career with some real responsibility and an incredible learning experience.  We are looking for an entrepreneurial-style Sales Specialist for...

  • Investor Relations

    Vor 4 Tagen


    Switzerland Selby Jennings Vollzeit

    A reputable private markets manager is looking to add an experience investor relations/product specialist to their team. The firm are rapidly growing in to a leading player in the European private markets space and are looking to continue this growth by strengthening their distribution and sales teams.This opportunity would be excellent for someone looking...


  • Switzerland Selby Jennings Vollzeit

    Selby Jennings is partnering with a prosperous private equity manager who is looking to continue their outstanding success over the last few years by developing an investor relations function to better service their investors and attract new connections.Our client is looking for a motivated, organised, and detail orientated individual to hit the ground...


  • Switzerland Michael Page Belgium Vollzeit

    We are seeking a Risk Management Operations Specialist to support the efficient execution of risk management operations, ensuring alignment across Risk Operations and Risk Assessment teams. This role involves maintaining the bank's financial risk framework and contributing to operational enhancements within Risk Management.Client DetailsOur client is a...


  • Switzerland Fry and Brown Vollzeit

    If you’re thinking of making a career move and are open to a change of location, this in-house legal counsel position within an innovative, data-driven hedge fund would be worth you considering. This position will require the in-house legal counsel to work closely with the global commodities trading team. You will receive exposure to senior management...


  • Switzerland Fry and Brown Vollzeit

    If you’re thinking of making a career move and are open to a change of location, this in-house legal counsel position within an innovative, data-driven hedge fund would be worth you considering. This position will require the in-house legal counsel to work closely with the global commodities trading team. You will receive exposure to senior management...

  • Senior Trust Manager

    vor 4 Wochen


    1211 Geneva, Switzerland FINDERS SA Vollzeit

    Client:Leading, global, long-established trust, private wealth & fiduciary services company. This progressive organisation is an employer of choice on the Geneva market in the trusts industry, who have an excellent reputation with clients and employees alike. A collaborative team where your own ideas are also welcome. They work to high standards, with strong...

  • Senior Trust Manager

    vor 4 Wochen


    1211 Geneva, Switzerland FINDERS SA Vollzeit

    Client:Leading, global, long-established trust, private wealth & fiduciary services company. This progressive organisation is an employer of choice on the Geneva market in the trusts industry, who have an excellent reputation with clients and employees alike. A collaborative team where your own ideas are also welcome. They work to high standards, with strong...


  • Switzerland Fonds des Nations Unies pour l'enfance (UNICEF) Vollzeit

    UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence. At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job it is a calling. UNICEF is a place where careers are built,...


  • 1211 Geneva, Switzerland FINDERS SA Vollzeit

    Client: A Swiss headquartered bank with a well-established and leading, global presence. The bank manages assets for HNW and UHNW private clients from all over the world, with an open architecture and dynamic, pioneering approach. Entrepreneurial of mind set, this bank would appeal to a dynamic person who is used to working within an international,...


  • 1211 Geneva, Switzerland FINDERS SA Vollzeit

    Client:Leading, global, long-established trust, private wealth & fiduciary services company. This progressive organisation is an employer of choice on the Geneva market in the trusts industry, who have an excellent reputation with clients and employees alike. A collaborative team where your own ideas are also welcome. They work to high standards, with strong...


  • Switzerland GlaxoSmithKline AG Vollzeit

    Site Name: Siena, GSK House, Italy - Siena, Switzerland - Zug, USA - Maryland - Rockville Posted Date: May 31 2024 The Regulatory Affairs Vaccines Therapeutic Group is looking for a new team member to join and work on one of our accelerator projects. The purpose of this team is to ensure the development of appropriate global and/or regional regulatory...


  • Switzerland Deloitte AG Vollzeit

    #slim #content {border: none;margin: 0;padding: 0;} #slim .slim_picture {text-align: left;margin: 0 10px 20px 0;} #slim .slim_picture img {max-height: 126px;} #slim .slim_content {border: none;} #slim .slim_title {font-size: 24px;font-weight: bold;margin: 0 0 10px 0;text-align: left;line-height: 32px;word-wrap: break-word;} #slim .slim_text {padding: 0...


  • Switzerland Deloitte AG Vollzeit

    #slim #content {border: none;margin: 0;padding: 0;} #slim .slim_picture {text-align: left;margin: 0 10px 20px 0;} #slim .slim_picture img {max-height: 126px;} #slim .slim_content {border: none;} #slim .slim_title {font-size: 24px;font-weight: bold;margin: 0 0 10px 0;text-align: left;line-height: 32px;word-wrap: break-word;} #slim .slim_text {padding: 0...


  • Switzerland Deloitte AG Vollzeit

    #slim #content {border: none;margin: 0;padding: 0;} #slim .slim_picture {text-align: left;margin: 0 10px 20px 0;} #slim .slim_picture img {max-height: 126px;} #slim .slim_content {border: none;} #slim .slim_title {font-size: 24px;font-weight: bold;margin: 0 0 10px 0;text-align: left;line-height: 32px;word-wrap: break-word;} #slim .slim_text {padding: 0...


  • Switzerland Deloitte AG Vollzeit

    #slim #content {border: none;margin: 0;padding: 0;} #slim .slim_picture {text-align: left;margin: 0 10px 20px 0;} #slim .slim_picture img {max-height: 126px;} #slim .slim_content {border: none;} #slim .slim_title {font-size: 24px;font-weight: bold;margin: 0 0 10px 0;text-align: left;line-height: 32px;word-wrap: break-word;} #slim .slim_text {padding: 0...


  • Switzerland Deloitte AG Vollzeit

    #slim #content {border: none;margin: 0;padding: 0;} #slim .slim_picture {text-align: left;margin: 0 10px 20px 0;} #slim .slim_picture img {max-height: 126px;} #slim .slim_content {border: none;} #slim .slim_title {font-size: 24px;font-weight: bold;margin: 0 0 10px 0;text-align: left;line-height: 32px;word-wrap: break-word;} #slim .slim_text {padding: 0...

  • Finance Specialist,

    Vor 5 Tagen


    Switzerland Fonds des Nations Unies pour l'enfance (UNICEF) Vollzeit

    UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence. At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job it is a calling. UNICEF is a place where careers are built,...


  • Switzerland Takeda Pharmaceuticals International AG Vollzeit

    By clicking the “Apply” button, I understand that my employment application process with Takeda will commence and that the information I provide in my application will be processed in line with Takeda’sPrivacy Noticeand Terms of Use. I further attest that all information I submit in my employment application is true to the best of my knowledge. Job...


  • Switzerland Takeda Pharmaceuticals International AG Vollzeit

    By clicking the “Apply” button, I understand that my employment application process with Takeda will commence and that the information I provide in my application will be processed in line with Takeda’sPrivacy Noticeand Terms of Use. I further attest that all information I submit in my employment application is true to the best of my knowledge. Job...