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On behalf of our client – a growing, family-owned manufacturing company operating in the fertilizers space, we are looking for a Head of HR to lead the people function as they expand operations into Geneva, Switzerland. Because our client believes that growth doesn’t just happen through strategy – it happens through people. Because autonomy, adaptability, and a hands-on mindset aren’t just welcomed – they’re required. This is a rare opportunity to shape and lead the HR function in a company where human capital is core to its evolution. This role is more than operational – it is strategic, cultural, and foundational.

Your responsibilities:

• Own and lead the full HR cycle: from recruitment and onboarding to training, performance reviews, and offboarding
• Design and implement talent development programs that identify, support, and retain key talent
• Ensure compliance with Swiss labor laws and manage local HR operations with support from external consultants (payroll, contracts, legal)
• Be the sole HR representative at the outset, working independently and building scalable processes for future growth in all the company's locations (Switzerland, Italy, France, US)
• Act as a cultural anchor, helping to embed the values of a family-owned company into a new, entrepreneurial Geneva team

 

Ideal profile:

• Experience in an autonomous HR leadership role, ideally within small to mid-sized companies
• Strong track record in talent management, employee development, and culture-building
• Fluent in Italian; professional working knowledge of English required; French is a plus
• Familiarity with Swiss employment law or willingness to acquire it quickly
• Comfortable working in a hands-on, flexible environment with a strong sense of ownership
• Degree in Human Resources or a related field; HR certification is a plus

 
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