HRBP Switzerland and Austria

We are EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames and sunglasses.

The Company brings together the complementary expertise of two industry pioneers, one in advanced lens technologies and the other in the craftsmanship of iconic eyewear, to create a vertically integrated business that is uniquely positioned to address the world’s evolving vision needs and the global demand of a growing eyewear industry.

With over 180,000 dedicated employees in 150 countries driving our iconic brands, our people are creative, entrepreneurial and celebrated for their unique perspectives and individuality.

Committed to vision, we enable people to see more and be more thanks to our innovative designs and lens technologies, exceptional quality and cutting-edge processing methods.

Every day we impact the lives of millions by changing the way people see the world.

To ensure Switzerland and Austria businesses (+150 employees overall) receive high quality of HR generalist support we are recruiting a HR Business Partner.

This HR Business Partner will work closely with the business leaders of different entities in supporting the business and driving the HR agenda.

Key to the role is the effective daily management of transactional HR activities alongside with more strategic HR topics developing business-partnering capability.

The role will be part of the Swiss & Austrian Business Leadership team and HR DACH team.

Position based in Gland, Switzerland with 20% traveling to our Swiss and Austrian sites. Possibility to work up to 40% time remotely / home office.

Key role accountabilities :

• Act as a business partner to a defined client base to provide HR expertise, guidance, advice and provide coaching to leaders.
• Develop and maintain a trusted relationship with defined leaders and provide proactive strategic partnership.
• Consult with the Management Team and all other employees on Employment Law, HR Policies, HR Processes, Compensation, etc.
• Provide performance management expertise and assistance to sustain the highest quality workforce.
• Review career structures for developmental purposes (e.g. Performance reviews, talent assessment, succession planning based on future potential).
• Manage recruitment activities with client base, including definition of recruitment strategy and interviewing.
• Act as a trusted change manager to the organization.
• Close collaboration with HR colleagues in DACH and Centers of Excellence
• Manage HR projects, both within the business units and on European level.
• Implementation of employment policies and procedures relevant to the business needs.
• Ensure compliance with AT / CH legislation.

Your profile :

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources or related field is required.
• Minimum 4 years of experience as HR Business Partner in an international company.
• Proven ability to build trusted relationship with clients, also in an international environment.
• Possess problem solving and analytical capability; experience of managing and analyzing HR metrics to find root causes and develop short, medium and long-term plans.
• A proven hands-on attitude, be flexible and adaptable.
• Ability to influence and work in the matrix.
• Have intellectual curiosity, bringing valuable insight into the team / business.
• Problem solver with the ability to think critically to pro-actively identify improvement opportunities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in German, English and French.
Vor 30+ Tagen