Human Resources Specialist

Junior HR Business Partner (Contract) – Visp, Switzerland

We are currently supporting a global life sciences organisation in the search for a Junior HR Business Partner to join their on‑site HR team in Visp on a contract basis.

This role sits within the local HR Business Partnering team and focuses on providing hands‑on HR support across the full employee lifecycle, working closely with line managers and the wider HR network.

Contract details

• Start date: ASAP
• End date: December 2026 (with strong possibility of extension)
• Location: Visp, Switzerland
• On‑site requirement: Minimum 4 days per week
• English and German required!

Key responsibilities

• Act as first point of contact for managers on day‑to‑day people topics including performance management, employee relations and organisational changes
• Provide HR Business Partnering support and guidance across the full employee lifecycle
• Support and roll out HR processes such as performance management, talent management, employee engagement initiatives and workforce planning
• Coordinate HR administrative processes in collaboration with HR Services and act as process champion at site level
• Contribute to or lead local HR projects (e.g. recruitment, talent, performance or total rewards topics)
• Track, analyse and report HR KPIs and support continuous improvement initiatives
• Coach and support line managers through change management and organisational development activities

Key requirements

• 2–3 years of experience in HR, ideally in an HR Business Partner or similar generalist role
• Strong hands‑on and operational mindset with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, matrix environment
• Basic knowledge of Swiss labour law and experience supporting disciplinary measures
• Understanding of recruitment, HR processes and total rewards principles
• Affinity for HR systems, reporting tools and data‑driven decision making
• Fluent in English and German
• Willing and able to work on-site in Visp at least 4 days per week
• BSc or MSc in HR, Psychology, Business Administration or equivalent experience preferred