Head of Talent and Culture

vor 3 Wochen


St Gallen, Sankt Gallen, Schweiz VAT Vollzeit

About the Role

The Head of Talent and Culture at VAT is responsible for defining and leading the corporate Talent & Organizational Development Strategy and People Agenda globally across different divisions, departments, functions, and locations.

This includes programs and initiatives around Talent Development, Strategic Workforce Planning, Learning, DEI, Culture, and Leadership effectiveness.

The individual will lead an evolving team of 3 HR professionals across Switzerland, Malaysia, and Romania, and be a thought leader with deep expertise in Talent and Organizational development, with strategic acumen, and a deep understanding of the unique challenges within high tech and manufacturing industry.

Key Responsibilities

  • Shape, develop, and deploy global Talent and Org Development strategies that impact Employee Engagement and Company Performance.
  • Own and drive the talent, culture, and engagement programs.
  • Drive & support senior leaders and the HR team globally on the following topics: Strategic Workforce Planning, Performance management and talent management, Culture & Engagement, Organization development and effectiveness, Leadership Development, Learning & Development, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
  • As part of the HR Leadership team, contribute strongly to developing the HR strategy, and the delivery of its roadmaps.
  • Lead a team of Talent Specialists to ensure initiatives, projects, and programs are delivered according to expectations and timeline.
  • Design and implement Global Leadership Programs & Trainings.
  • Define and shape Employee Value Proposition and Employer Branding on a global VAT level, and work with the team to meet regional and local needs.

About VAT

VAT is a leading international developer, manufacturer, and supplier of high-performance high-end vacuum valves and vacuum sealing technology, employing over 2000 people worldwide.

The headquarters are located in Haag (Switzerland), the production centers in Switzerland, Malaysia, Romania, and Taiwan.

VAT has grown to become a dynamic and successful company where innovation, courage, fairness, openness, and transparency are encouraged, and your ideas are welcome.

We offer flexible options for hybrid working, and your development according to your strengths and aspirations in your career is of great importance to us.



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