HR Generalist

vor 2 Wochen

Genf, Genf, Schweiz Trafigura Vollzeit

Main Purpose:


We are seeking an energetic and dedicated HR Generalist to provide administrative and project support to our Geneva based HR team.

This role is essential for the efficient HR operations across Europe, covering functions such as recruitment, employee relations, compliance, as well as administration, events organization and system work.


Knowledge Skills and Abilities, Key Responsibilities:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field.- Knowledge of Swiss labour legislation.

Any additional EU employment law experience is a plus.- 1-2 years' experience in a similar role, preferably in an international environment.- Proficiency in HRIS systems, particularly Workday.- Advanced knowledge of Excel for data analysis and reporting.- Attention to detail.- Multi-tasking and organisation skills.- Team player.- Strong communication skills in English and French.

Proficiency in any additional languages is highly desirable.- Self-starter and pro-active attitude.

Key Responsibilities

Support HR Leadership- Assist HR leaders in their daily tasks and long-term projects.


Immigration & Relocation- Coordinate with providers for seamless relocation and immigration processes, especially for non-EU immigration requests.- Manage temporary accommodation reporting and invoicing, as well as ensure the effective housing management.


Onboarding- Be the first face our new hires and transfers see in Geneva, help integrate them into our HR system and ensuring a smooth start.

Employee Relations- Act as a point of contact for employee inquiries and issues.

Compliance- Ensure all HR activities comply with local labor laws and company policies. Maintain up-to-date employee records.


Administration- From drafting pre-employment packs to contracts of employment and reference letters, your attention to detail will ensure all documentation is spot-on.- Coordinate with our payroll team to manage Switzerland specific data meticulously.- Become the go-to person for queries to and from Cantonal and Federal authorities like unemployment offices, fiscal authorities, compensation funds.- Support employee benefits activities, e.g.

tax at source, pensions.- Identify process improvement opportunities including automation of activities, rewrite HR communication etc.

Events- Coordinate HR related events such as the Kids Day


System- Actively participate in global HR system (Workday) projects and testing, help to streamline and enhance our processes.- Maintain accurate data in Workday and generate reports as needed.

Ensure data integrity and confidentiality.


Competencies- Strong administration skills.- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.- Excellent interpersonal and customer-facing skills, tact, diplomacy and approachability.- Strong written and verbal communication skills.- High level of confidentiality, trustworthiness and ownership.- Flexibility and willingness to learn.


Key Relationships and Department Overview:
Key Relationships

  • Global Head of HR
  • Regional HR managers and HRBP
  • Global Heads of L&D and recruitment.
  • Global Head of Compensation & Benefits
  • Workday Solution Architect
  • All managers and employees.
Reporting Structure

  • Reporting directly to the Regional HR Manager
Equal Opportunity Employer


We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and take pride in a diverse workforce We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, medical condition or handicap, disability, or any other legally protected status.

  • HR Generalist

    vor 2 Wochen

    Genf, Genf, Schweiz Michael Page Vollzeit

    Employee Lifecycle Management: Manage end-to-end employee processes, including onboarding, contract creation, and exit procedures, for employees across various European locations.HR Documentation: Draft employment contracts, attestations, and other official correspondence. Maintain and update personnel records and HR databases.Collaboration with their...

  • HR Generalist

    vor 2 Wochen

    Genf, Genf, Schweiz Sécheron Hasler Group Vollzeit

    Sécheron Hasler Group continues the Swiss tradition of over 140 years in the field of railway technology. We are a leading global supplier of electrical and electronic safety components and solutions and traction power systems for the railway industry and also provide solutions for renewable energy, DC grid, and other industrial systems. The name Sécheron...

  • HR Manager

    vor 2 Wochen

    Genf, Genf, Schweiz Ria Vollzeit

    As HR Generalist you will manage the HR strategy, in alignment both with the Corporate HR Strategy and the local business operational priorities, to ensure the achievement of short and long-term business results.In particular, you will be in charge of:Talent Acquisition; Talent management & development; Training; Compensation & Benefits; Admin & Policies;...

  • HR Administration

    vor 2 Wochen

    Genf, Genf, Schweiz Santander Vollzeit

    HR AdministrationCountry: SwitzerlandSantander Private Banking International is the international private banking unit of the Wealth Management & Insurance Global division of the Santander Group.We are currently looking for an HR Administration Generalist to reinforce our HR team.Working together as a team in a multicultural environment, your focus will be...

  • HR Manager

    vor 2 Wochen

    Genf, Genf, Schweiz Union Bancaire Privee Vollzeit

    HR Manager - Wealth Management Mission Based in our Geneva offices, you will be joining our Human Resources Department and supporting the HR Business Partner in charge of the Global Wealth Management division. Overall, the role is to provide support to the HR Business Partner with a variety of daily HR Business Partner activities as well as HR...

  • HR Manager

    vor 2 Wochen

    Genf, Genf, Schweiz UNION BANCAIRE PRIVÉE, UBP SA Vollzeit

    HR Manager - Wealth Management:MissionBased in our Geneva offices, you will be joining our Human Resources Department and supporting the HR Business Partner in charge of the Global Wealth Management division.Overall, the role is to provide support to the HR Business Partner with a variety of daily HR Business Partner activities as well as HR processes...

  • HR Payroll Specialist 100%

    vor 2 Wochen

    Genf, Genf, Schweiz Michael Page Vollzeit

    Collaborate closely with the HR team to manage HR administration throughout the employee lifecycle in our Geneva office, including contract management, HR document processing, and payroll coordination.Support the inhouse payroll management.Ensure accurate and up-to-date data entry in the HR information system, maintaining compliance with GDPR and data...

  • HR Generalist H/F

    vor 2 Wochen

    Genf, Genf, Schweiz INTERIMAN Vollzeit

    INTRODUCTION: Pour l'un de nos clients basé à Genève, spécialisé dans le domaine de l'horlogerie, nous sommes à la recherche d'un(e) :HR Generalis tPour un poste temporaire à pourvoir au plus tôt à 100%DESCRIPTION DE LA MISSION: •Gestion des processus d'entrée et de sortie des collaborateurs : rédaction des contrats de travail et des courriers...

  • HR Business Partner

    vor 2 Wochen

    Genf, Genf, Schweiz Remy Cointreau Vollzeit

    You will provide full HR support among EMEA region to dedicated teams and leaders as Single Point of Contact. As the company culture ambassador and in close collaboration with EMEA HR Director and Managing Directors, the HRBP ensures qualitative and quantitative services on the entire HR spectrum. Following regional and group processes, templates and...

  • HRbp & HR Operations Lead

    vor 2 Wochen

    Genf, Genf, Schweiz Bunge Vollzeit

    In this role you will wear a double hat; you will act as local HR Business Partner and as HR Operations Lead for our Geneva office.As part of our HR Business Partner Team, you act as the main HR point of contact of Managers and employees; you partner with our HR Operations Teams and Centres of Expertise to provide employees with HR guidance, solutions, and...

  • Legal Advisor

    vor 2 Wochen

    Genf, Genf, Schweiz Médecins Sans Frontières Suisse Vollzeit

    Field-based position with visits to the headquarters in GenevaContext & Mission:Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), an international, independent, medical humanitarian organisation created in 1971, that delivers emergency aid to people affected by armed conflict, epidemics, healthcare exclusion and natural disasters. MSF offers assistance to people based only...

  • Flying Legal Advisor

    vor 2 Wochen

    Genf, Genf, Schweiz Médecins Sans Frontières Suisse Vollzeit

    Field-based position with visits to the headquarters in Geneva_Context & Mission:Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), an international, independent, medical humanitarian organisation created in 1971, that delivers emergency aid to people affected by armed conflict, epidemics, healthcare exclusion and natural disasters. MSF offers assistance to people based only...

  • Chief Financial Officer

    vor 2 Wochen

    Genf, Schweiz Star(t) Emploi SA Vollzeit

    Our client, an International Company based in Geneva, is looking for its future Main Responsibilities : Finance : Treasury management, Financial statements, Financial reporting, Payments flow, Review of tax declarations, Budget review and reporting Accountancy : Yearly closing, VAT declaration, Support to the external auditors Human Resources : ...

  • Chief Financial Officer

    vor 1 Woche

    Genf, Schweiz Start Emploi SA Vollzeit

    Our client, an International Company based in Geneva, is looking for its futureChief Financial OfficerMain Responsibilities :Finance :Treasury management, Financial statements, Financial reporting, Payments flow, Review of tax declarations, Budget review and reportingAccountancy :Yearly closing, VAT declaration, Support to the external auditorsHuman...