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HR Business Partner

Neuchâtel Permanent View Job Description
Our client is a well-known international company. To support the organisation's continued growth, we are currently looking for an HR Business Partner.

added 11/09/2025

  • Impactful HR BP role with potential to evolve
  • International group

About Our Client

This role will take HR Business Partner responsibility for the production site and will play a key role in contributing to the organisation's success. The ideal candidate will bring both an operational and strategic perspective, with solid experience in an industrial or production environment

Job Description

  • Advise and support leaders on employee relations, performance and talent management, recruitment, engagement, time management, and compliance with Swiss labour laws.
  • Partner with leaders to define key people priorities and implement solutions that build organisational capability, structure, and culture aligned with business goals.
  • Deliver thoughtful, well-informed HR guidance that reflect the organisation's values, policies, and local regulations.
  • Collaborate with the Talent Acquisition team to attract and hire top talent aligned with site capability needs, ensuring timely recruitment and pay equity.
  • Support and coach leaders on people management, change leadership, and talent development.
  • Facilitate effective conflict resolution by supporting leaders and employees through challenging situations with empathy, fairness, and in compliance with organisational values and local labour laws.
  • Partner with the Compensation & Benefits team to implement strategies that meet organisational expectations.
  • Ensure HR practices comply with labour laws and manage employment-related risks.
  • Lead or contribute to HR initiatives focused on digitisation, simplification, and continuous improvement.
  • Work closely with regional Centres of Excellence and global HR colleagues to deliver best-in-class HR solutions.
  • Partner with HR Services to ensure smooth and efficient HR operations.

The Successful Applicant

  • 10+ years of progressive HR experience, including significant time as an HR Business Partner in an industrial or manufacturing setting.
  • Proven ability to navigate and resolve complex employee relations issues and lead sensitive investigations with discretion, integrity, and sound judgement.
  • In-depth knowledge of Swiss labour law and its practical application in a manufacturing context.
  • Comfortable working in an environment with shift operations, demonstrating flexibility and understanding of the unique HR needs and challenges associated with a 24/7 manufacturing schedule.
  • Strong analytical capabilities, with the ability to interpret HR metrics and business scorecards (e.g., Power BI) to drive data-informed decisions.
  • Demonstrated success in simplifying HR processes, focusing on high-impact priorities, and implementing initiatives that enhance business performance.
  • Curious and forward-thinking, with a solid grasp of current and emerging HR trends across talent management, employee engagement, and organisational development.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and coach leaders at all levels.

What's on Offer

  • Excellent benefits package
Quote job ref
JN-062025-6773718

Job summary

Job Function
Human Resources
Specialisation
HR Business Partner
Industry
Healthcare / Pharmaceutical
Location
Neuchâtel
Contract Type
Permanent
Job Reference
JN-062025-6773718

PageGroup is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity, both as an employer as well as a recruitment service provider. Each recruitment decision we make for people we hire and people we place into new roles is based solely on the candidates’ knowledge, experience and skills.