Jaeger LeCoultre Talent Management & Acquisition Manager

Jaeger‑LeCoultre is a Swiss haute horlogerie manufacturer renowned for technical excellence, artisanal craftsmanship and sophisticated watchmaking. The Maison is part of the Richemont group and operates with a strong heritage culture, combining precision manufacturing with contemporary innovation across its ateliers and global retail network.

1. Design and implement the talent acquisition strategy for the Meyrin site, aligning sourcing, employer branding and candidate experience with business objectives.
2. Lead full‑cycle recruitment for technical, operational and corporate roles, using proactive sourcing, executive searches and strategic partnerships with agencies and academic institutions.
3. Own talent management programs including succession planning, high‑potential identification, career pathing and leadership development initiatives.
4. Partner with business leaders and HR stakeholders to translate workforce planning into concrete hiring plans and development interventions.
5. Manage employer‑brand activity locally and support global employer‑branding campaigns to attract specialised horology and manufacturing talent.
6. Develop metrics, talent dashboards and regular reporting on time‑to‑hire, quality of hire, retention and diversity to inform decision‑making.
7. Coach hiring managers on selection techniques, interview calibration, compensation positioning and inclusive hiring practices.
8. Ensure compliance with local employment regulations and maintain strong candidate and employee experience throughout onboarding and integration.

1. Proven leadership in talent acquisition and talent management with demonstrable results in sourcing specialised technical or professional profiles.
2. Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the ability to work closely with senior leaders and cross‑functional teams.
3. Practical knowledge of succession planning, performance management and development frameworks.
4. Familiarity with Swiss labour market dynamics and local employment legislation.
5. Excellent communication skills in English; professional proficiency in French highly desirable.

1. Talent Acquisition
2. Talent Management
3. Succession Planning
4. Employer Branding
5. Workforce Planning
6. Performance Management
7. Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
8. HRIS
9. Stakeholder Management
10. Recruitment Analytics

Minimum 5+ years of progressive experience in talent acquisition and talent management, with at least 2 years in a leadership or managerial capacity; prior exposure to luxury goods, manufacturing, watchmaking or technical recruitment strongly preferred.

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology or related field; Master's degree or HR certification preferred.

The Maison cultivates a culture of meticulous craftsmanship, technical excellence and continuous improvement, anchored in a heritage of haute horlogerie. As part of Richemont, the workplace values precision, collaboration across ateliers and investment in employee development to sustain long‑term mastery.