Senior Human Resources Specialist

Position: Senior Human Resources Specialist

Location: Basel, Switzerland

Company: Global Pharmaceutical Company

We are currently supporting a leading multinational company in the pharmaceutical industry in their search for a seasoned HR professional to join their dynamic, fast-paced team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong HR foundation and a proactive mindset to make a tangible impact within a globally respected organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and support HR administration processes across the employee lifecycle
• Advise managers and employees on HR policies, Swiss labor law, and best practices
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external partners (e.g., insurance, payroll providers)
• Support talent acquisition, onboarding, and development initiatives
• Ensure compliance with Swiss employment regulations, social security, and tax requirements
• Contribute to HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives

What You Bring

• Completed KV apprenticeship and further qualification in HR (e.g., Eidg. Dipl. Personalfachmann/-frau or equivalent)
• 4+ years of HR administration experience in an international setting
• Solid knowledge of Swiss labor law, social insurance, and tax processes
• Fluency in German and English (written and spoken)
• A hands-on, solutions-oriented approach and excellent communication skills

About Planet Pharma:

Planet Pharma is an American parented Employment Business/Agency that provides global staffing services with its headquarters in Chicago and our EMEA regional office located in Central London. We have invested significantly in creating a robust international platform that enables us to work compliantly in 30+ countries with a current network of 2500+ active contractors globally as well as a very strong permanent / direct hire recruitment offering.

Our specialist knowledge and close relationships with our clients and the wider industry really makes us unique in our field. Just recently we were recognized by FORBES as the 17th best professional staffing firm and have won multiple awards from industry accredited bodies for our commitment to excellence and service delivery. We have extensive functional expertise including Regulatory Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, QA, QC, Submissions experts, Clinical development, Quality, Biostatistics, and Medical Affairs / Writing.

We are an equal opportunities Recruitment Business and Agency. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

www.planet-pharma.com