HR Manager

As HR Manager Switzerland, you are responsible for the local implementation of our HR strategy and act as the main point of contact for all HR-related topics within the Swiss retail organisation. You combine strategic insight with a hands-on approach and feel comfortable operating in a fast-paced retail environment.

Your role includes:

• Translating the corporate HR strategy into practical, locally applicable HR initiatives and acting as a strategic partner for store management on organisational development and change.
• Supporting performance management, talent development and leadership development across the store network.
• Managing absenteeism, wellbeing and Health & Safety topics in line with local legislation, in close collaboration with occupational health partners.
• Advising on employment law, complex HR cases and employee relations matters.
• Monitoring HR data and KPIs, ensuring clear communication between stores and head office, and safeguarding the training and development of apprentices together with the apprentice trainer.

Where you make impact:

• You translate corporate HR strategy into practical and effective initiatives that support daily retail operations across the Swiss store network.
• You act as a trusted HR partner for store management and retail leadership, advising on people topics, organisational development and change.
• You strengthen employee engagement, performance and sustainable employability through a hands-on, people-focused approach.
• You confidently manage complex HR cases and employment law matters, balancing local legislation with company guidelines.
• You communicate fluently in both German and English, enabling you to work effectively in an international context and collaborate with stakeholders across Switzerland and Europe.

You ensure that we can continue to grow and innovate on a daily basis, so there should be something in return. You work for WE®, WE work for you. You will therefore receive from us:

• A salary that matches your knowledge, education and experience.
• 25 vacation days. From the age of 50, employees are entitled to 6 weeks of vacation.
• Standard 35% shopping discount, a pension scheme and an extensive package of collective insurances.
• Annual "Moments that matter day"; An extra day off that you can use on a day with a special meaning to you.
• We believe in the power of working together in the office, but there is also room to work from home.
• The opportunity to continuously learn and develop, both professionally and personally. For example, from our WE® Academy, we offer various education and training opportunities that you need to excel with us.
• Discount on your sports membership, participate in boot camp, pilates and/or boxing lessons at a reduced rate and enjoy free fruit at our headquarters.
• Team outings, BBQs, events and more!