Schroders, with headquarters in London, employs over 6000 talented people worldwide, operating in 38 different locations across Europe, the Americas, Asia, the Middle East and Africa, close to the markets in which we invest and close to our clients. Schroders has developed under stable ownership for over 200 years and long-term thinking governs our approach to investing, building client relationships and growing our business.

Schroders in Switzerland is a renowned Financial Institution with around 350 employees located in Zurich and Geneva. For our private clients we provide tailor made investment solutions and complementary financial services. We invest in a broad range of asset classes across equities, fixed income, multi-asset and alternatives. We also specialize in providing high-quality private equity solutions to our clients.

To strengthen our HR team in Zurich we are looking for a flexible and reliable colleague as

HR-Fachfrau / HR-Fachmann (100%)

(Sozialversicherungsfachfrau / Sozialversicherungsfachmann)

Job specification

• Completing monthly payroll administration in collaboration with our external payroll provider

• Managing the statutory child allowance contributions

• Administering accident and sickness cases according to Swiss labour law regulations

• Handling employee queries in compliance with the labour law, social security regulations and internal HR policies

• Managing the new joiner, leaver and transfer process in collaboration with the respective Business Partner

• Processing various administrative documentation (work confirmations, reference letters, contract amendments, etc.)

• Maintaining HR systems and employee records

• Assisting with employee relations activities and cases

• Preparing reports and analytics

• Administering and maintaining employee benefits

• Supporting or leading HR projects

• Continuously improving processes in close collaboration with HR London (headquarter) and other regions

• Assisting in the development and implementation of HR policies, procedures and programs

• Supporting the HR team in various processes and tasks

• Handling monthly HR invoices

Required profile

Hard Skills:

• Several years of relevant work experience in an HR department, preferably in an international environment

• In dept knowledge of Swiss labour law and social security regulations

• Degree in HR (Fachfrau/Fachmann, Sozialversicherungsfachfrau/Fachmann) or similar

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, in both German and in English

• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Powerpoint, OneNote) and preferably HR systems (Oracle, Abacus)

Soft Skills:

• Strong client service orientation and ability to work collaboratively within a team

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills

• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills

• Demonstrates integrity, professionalism and maintains confidentiality at all times

• Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively and independently

• Strong analytical skills and proactive approach to problem-solving

What we offer

We offer an appealing job, a diverse and supportive working environment as well as modern employment conditions in an international, dynamic and entrepreneurial business. The office is located only 10 minutes from Zurich main station (HB) at Talstrasse 11 in Zurich. If you like making an impact within a highly motivated team as well as flexibly working from home, then apply online with your complete application.

Schroder & Co Bank AG
People & Culture / Talent Acquisition
Talstrasse 11, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

We recognise potential, whoever you are

Our purpose is to provide excellent investment performance to clients through active management. Diversity of thought facilitated by an inclusive culture will allow us to make better decisions and better achieve our purpose. This is why inclusion and diversity are a strategic priority for us and why we are an equal opportunities employer: you are welcome here regardless of your age, disability, gender identity, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, socio-economic background or any other protected characteristics.