Associate Manager, People Partner

305 King St W

Suite 1100

Kitchener, ON N2G 1B9

Canada

Associate Manager, People Partner Description

We are looking to make a new addition to our people team and hire an Associate Manager, People Partner in Zurich, Switzerland who will play a key role in supporting EPAM continued growth through people programs, processes, policies and practices that enable EPAM to attract, develop, engage, leverage and retain talent in highly competitive markets in the region. We are searching for a capable, hard-working professional who has already proven themselves in a fast-paced environment.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is looking for a new challenge, wants to be part of the international team, able and willing to learn fast and who is ready to grow with the company and being part of EPAM’s unique success story.

As this role will support our Swiss business, it will require fluency in German.

Responsibilities

• Support the people strategy by engaging with unit heads and people leaders, linking business and people agendas aligned with company values
• Build strong relationships with unit heads and people leaders, ensuring people management solutions meet current and future business needs
• Assist managers in effectively leading teams, including feedback provision, supporting development, assessing promotions and reviewing compensation
• Foster close relationships with employees, facilitating feedback through surveys and dialogues and implement actions to enhance engagement and retention
• Provide consultancy and support on people management processes and programs to ensure impactful business success
• Coach people managers on leadership roles, team management skills and competencies
• Create an environment that motivates employees to perform, develop their talents and contribute to company success
• Manage and monitor HR processes (onboarding, training, performance management, mobility, exits etc.) in collaboration with various departments
• Coordinate HR administration, reporting, payroll and collaborate with Talent Acquisition on job offers, interviews and hiring recommendations

Requirements

• Bachelor or master’s degree in human resources with 7-10 years of HR experience in the technology sector or a similar industry or overall relative experience
• 2 years + of experience within a people partner and HR business partner role
• Strong understanding of employment rules, regulations and Labour law
• Deep understanding of local cultural HR/employment practices
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to adapt to new technologies
• Demonstrated passion for people's development and happiness and a proven track record in fostering positive team environments
• Proactive and positive mindset, with the capability to work independently
• Resilient and agile, with the ability to adapt to a dynamic environment and manage pressure efficiently
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with a focus on providing effective solutions
• Ability to collaborate with diverse, international teams and build enduring relationships
• A strong commitment to continuous learning, improvement and adapting best practices
• A consultative approach, highlighting the ability to engage people and focus on solution-oriented approaches
• You are fluent in German and English; French would also be an additional advantage

We offer

• EPAM Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Enhanced parental leave
• Extended pension plan
• Daily sickness allowance insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Learning and development opportunities including in-house training and coaching, professional certifications, over 22,000 courses on LinkedIn Learning Solutions and much more
• *All benefits and perks are subject to certain eligibility requirements

• Please note that any offers will be subject to appropriate background checks

• We do not accept CVs from recruiting or staffing agencies

• For this position, we are able to consider applications from the following:

• - Swiss nationals
• - EU/EFTA nationals
• - Third-country nationals based in Switzerland with an appropriate work permit
• - Displaced people from Ukraine who are currently in Switzerland and hold, or have already applied for, S permits