Breitling HR Administrator
- Location
- La Chaux-de-Fonds Neuchâtel Switzerland
- Employment
- Part-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Department
- Human Resources, People & Culture
- Industry
- Fine Watches & Horology
- Posted
- Sep 30, 2026
Breitling HR Generalist (50%) in La Chaux-de-Fonds. Manage employee lifecycle, HRIS, payroll, and administrative HR functions in a luxury watchmaking environment.
Role & Responsibilities
- Manage administrative aspects of the entire employee lifecycle, including contracts, changes, and departures
- Maintain and ensure accuracy of employee data within the HRIS system
- Oversee operational absence management, including medical certificate follow-up and coordination with APG and insurance providers
- Process family allowance applications, updates, and liaison with relevant authorities
- Ensure timely and accurate transmission of payroll variables to the payroll team
- Lead onboarding sessions for new hires with administrative orientation
- Serve as primary point of contact for employees regarding HR administrative matters
- Support various HR projects and initiatives
Qualifications
- 3–5 years of experience in an HR Generalist or HR Administration role
- Prior experience in a large organization and/or international environment
- Experience supporting multiple entities across various locations
- Fluency in French and English
- Strong ability to work independently and navigate ambiguous environments
- Proficiency with HRIS systems and digital tools including MS Office, Excel, and Canva
- Knowledge of Mobatime and SuccessFactors (strong asset)
Skills
Experience
3–5 years in a similar HR Generalist or HR Administration role, with demonstrated experience in large organizations and/or international environments, and proven capability supporting multiple entities across various locations.
Education
Not specified
Workplace
The role is situated in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Neuchâtel, Switzerland.
Benefits
Work from home (depending on position requirements), watch to wear/watch to buy program, referral program, development opportunities, maternity leave (18 weeks), culture of feedback
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