Audemars Piguet HR Business Partner

A Swiss luxury manufacturer based in Le Brassus, operating within the haute horlogerie and precision-manufacturing ecosystem. The employer combines artisanal craftsmanship with global distribution and maintains a people-focused HR approach typical of leading Swiss luxury maisons and manufacturers.

1. Act as the primary HR strategic advisor to site leadership, translating business strategy into people priorities and action plans.
2. Manage employee relations and casework, ensuring fair, consistent resolution while maintaining confidentiality and legal compliance under Swiss labour law.
3. Lead workforce planning, organisational design and change-management initiatives to optimise operational effectiveness.
4. Partner with recruitment to attract and onboard specialised technical and managerial talent for manufacturing and professional functions.
5. Drive performance management, succession planning and development programmes for key roles and high-potential employees.
6. Advise on compensation, benefits and reward matters; provide market input and implement locally appropriate practices.
7. Design and deliver training interventions and people development activities in coordination with Group HR policies.
8. Contribute to HR projects and continuous-improvement initiatives (e.g., HR process optimisation, engagement and retention programmes).

1. Proven track record as an HR generalist and business partner in manufacturing, professional services or regulated industries.
2. Strong knowledge of Swiss employment law, social-partner relations and local HR compliance requirements.
3. Demonstrated ability to influence senior leaders and drive change across operational teams.
4. Excellent interpersonal, mediation and conflict-resolution skills with high discretion and ethical standards.
5. Analytical mindset with experience using HR metrics to inform decisions and measure impact.

Mid–senior level HR experience with several years as an HR Business Partner or senior HR generalist; experience in manufacturing or technical environments is strongly preferred.

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology or equivalent professional experience.

The workplace emphasises craft, precision and long-term value creation, combining rigorous standards with collaborative, people-centred management. Teams are typically small and cross-functional, valuing initiative, discretion and a commitment to continuous improvement.