Head of Human Resources (f/m/d) 80-100%
Speedgoat is a high-tech engineering company providing solutions that empower engineers to innovate cutting-edge control designs and rigorously test embedded controllers.
Our technology plays a key role in the development of electric vehicles, aircraft, renewable energy solutions, medical devices, advanced industrial machinery, and academic research and teaching. Leading tech companies, innovative startups, and universities worldwide trust Speedgoat to push the boundaries of what’s possible.
Join Speedgoat as our Head of HR and be part of a global team that’s driving technological and scientific breakthroughs advancing sustainability. Contribute to an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and empowered to be themselves.
Your impact
As our Head of HR, you’ll lead all HR functions, aligning workforce planning, talent acquisition, and development strategies with our company’s goals to build a productive, skilled, and engaged team. You’ll oversee performance management, payroll, compliance, and employee data, ensuring our HR operations are accurate, compliant, and efficient. You’ll also champion a safe, inclusive workplace culture, driving engagement, and support continuous learning and development across the organization:
- Workforce Planning – Ensure HR strategies are closely aligned with company goals, covering key areas such as talent acquisition, workforce development, succession planning, and deputy coverage to support business continuity and growth.
- Talent Acquisition and Retention – Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and retention programs to attract and retain top talent, ensuring the organization has the right skills for growth. Provide effective templates and training for managers to ensure a consistent, high-quality hiring and career development experience across the organization.
- Employee Engagement and Culture – Foster a positive workplace culture through engagement initiatives, employee feedback, and recognition programs to boost morale and productivity.
- Performance Management – Establish and manage performance evaluation systems that drive high performance, support career development, and align individual objectives with company goals.
- Payroll, Social Insurance, and Compliance Management – Oversee payroll processing to ensure timely and accurate employee payments, manage social insurance registrations, and handle work-related permissions and documentation. Ensure all employment and compensation practices consistently meet regulatory standards.
- Respectful and Safe Workplace – Foster a culture and implement policies and procedures that promote a safe, respectful, and inclusive work environment.
- HR Technology and Data Management – Implement and oversee HRIS (Human Resource Information Systems) and other HR tools to streamline processes, manage employee data securely, and enable data-driven decision-making for workforce insights and strategy adjustments.
- Learning and Development – Lead professional development initiatives, from skill-building workshops to leadership training and external education programs, to build a resilient, adaptable workforce.
Your background
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in business administration with a focus on Human Resources, or a Professional Bachelor (Fachausweis Leitende Person HR), with at least four years of professional HR experience
- Proven relationship-building skills based on trust and sound judgment, with the ability to lead and embed change effectively.
- Strong service orientation and positive, can-do attitude; committed to delivering outstanding work and continuously striving for excellence
- Skilled at planning for HR’s future while effectively managing day-to-day operations; anticipates risks and proposes practical solutions to support business strategy.
- In-depth knowledge of Swiss labor law
- Fluent in German and English.
Your benefits
- Join a team of experienced innovators committed to advancing technology for environmental sustainability and fostering an inclusive, supportive work culture.
- Enjoy up to six weeks of vacation and the flexibility of up to three days of home office per week.
- Invest in your growth with an annual budget for professional development
- Work in a highly accessible location with ample lunch options, plus enjoy regular team events and free fruit, snacks, coffee, and tea.
- Thrive in a workplace that values your personal and professional development, empowering you to make a meaningful impact.
Excited to grow with a team driving innovation and sustainability? Apply now to explore how your skills could contribute to our shared mission!
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Waldeggstrasse 30
3097 Liebefeld
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Amanda Keller
Head of Corporate Services
031 552 05 20
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