HR Business Partner EU

What you do here

As a trusted partner within the Greater EU and Americas regions, the HR Business Partner plays a pivotal role in shaping a high-performing, inclusive, and engaged workforce that reflects Lindt's commitment to excellence. This position aligns people strategy with business objectives, ensuring that every HR initiative supports sustainable growth and strengthens our reputation as an employer of choice.

The HRBP builds a robust talent pipeline through proactive attraction, recruitment, and development, while delivering efficient, compliant, and customer-focused HR services. Acting as a strategic advisor, the role fosters diversity and inclusion, champions employee well-being, and provides expertise in payroll, performance management, and HR analytics. By cultivating strong relationships and challenging conventional practices with courage and insight, the HRBP enables leaders to unlock the full potential of their teams and create lasting value through people.

• Build a talent pipeline through effective attraction, recruitment, and hiring within the DIS/GTR organization.
• Ensure the HR function in the Greater EU and AMERICAS regions provides high-quality, efficient, and legally compliant administrative support as a customer-focused Business Partner.
• Provide expertise in payroll, performance management, HR data analysis, and employee relations.
• Interface with local HR employment and payroll providers in Greater EU and AMERICAS (Romania, Bulgaria, Serbia, Colombia)
• Develop strong, trust-based relationships with Line Managers and business leaders to drive results.
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives to enhance engagement and belonging.
• Build trust and credibility by demonstrating capability and courage to challenge accepted practices and offering business leaders critical perspectives on creating sustainable organizational value through people.

When you fit in with us

Minimum of 5 years of international HR experience within a global or matrix organization, ideally as an HR Business Partner or in a senior HR role.

Proven track record of working across multiple regions and cultures, with strong understanding of Swiss employment laws and compliance requirements.

Broad HR expertise gained through diverse experiences such as Talent Acquisition & Recruitment, Compensation & Benefits, Performance Management, Talent Development & Learning or Employee Relations

Experience in partnering with business leaders to drive strategic people initiatives and organizational change.

Familiarity with HR systems and tools (e.g., SAP, Workday) and ability to leverage HR analytics for decision-making.

Mindset:

Authentic and Approachable: Builds trust through transparency and genuine engagement, with high energy and a willingness to go the extra mile.

Proactive and Self-Driven: Takes initiative, challenges the status quo, and drives continuous improvement.

Resilient and Solution-Oriented: Thrives in ambiguity, adapts quickly, and focuses on practical, effective outcomes.

Simplicity in Thinking: Communicates complex situations clearly and concisely, making information accessible and actionable.

Functional Capabilities:

High professional integrity and credibility.

Solid experience in international HR Business Partnership.

Ability to transform HR data into actionable insights and deliver results.

Effective in a matrix, remote, and collaborative environment within a multinational context.

Skilled in managing diverse stakeholders both on-site and remotely.

Deep understanding of the international talent market, preferably in consumer goods.

Strong relationship-building skills with internal and external partners.

Leadership Capabilities:

Excellent communication skills with cultural sensitivity and conflict management expertise.

Ability to engage and develop diverse teams.

Proficient consulting skills, providing expert advice and solutions to business leaders.

Commitment to employee advocacy and fostering a positive work environment.

Demonstrates adaptability and learning agility in a constantly changing environment.

Empathetic and experienced in driving inclusion and belonging.

Bachelor's Degree: A degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field.

Master's Degree: A master's degree in a relevant field is considered an advantage.

Proficient in English and German, other languages are welcome.

Our extras

Well-being

Health is important to us. We help you stay fit with on-site medical care, a physical fitness bonus and a healthy diet.

Development

Learning is written in CAPITAL letters here. Various exciting opportunities are available for your personal and professional development.

Mobility and flexibility

We support you with a mobility bonus and e-bikes on site. Depending on the role, home office is possible, but the magic happens at our sites.

Family-friendly environment - properly insured

Our social insurances, like maternity leave, go far beyond the obligatory - for your own protection as well as for your loved ones.

Diversity and inclusion

Our diversity is what makes us so successful. We are close to each other, communicate at eye level and cultivate an informal culture.

Perks

Numerous perks are available to you, such as the REKA card, a superb staff restaurant, discounts at Lindt boutiques and great leisure activities.