Chopard Payroll and Social Insurance Specialist
- Location
- FleurierNeuchâtelSwitzerland
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Department
- Human Resources, People & Culture
- Industry
- Fine Watches & Horology
- Posted
- Aug 18, 2026
About Chopard
Founded in 1860 and guided today by the Scheufele family, Chopard is an independent Swiss Maison renowned for its high jewellery, watchmaking excellence, and distinctive sense of joyful elegance. As an employer, the Maison offers a refined environment where heritage craftsmanship, innovation, and responsible luxury meet. Teams are invited to contribute to exceptional creations, from Geneva workshops to international boutiques, while upholding exacting standards of quality, service, and ethics. Chopard’s commitment to sustainable luxury, including its pioneering use of ethical gold, reflects a culture of purpose, transmission, and excellence for professionals seeking to build a meaningful career in luxury.
Payroll and Social Insurance Specialist position in Fleurier, Switzerland for luxury watch brand managing employee compensation and benefits compliance.
Role & Responsibilities
- Administer monthly payroll processing and execute monthly payroll closures
- Execute annual payroll reconciliation and closure
- Coordinate AVS (Old Age and Survivors' Insurance) compliance audits and internal audit controls
- Calculate and manage source tax withholding obligations
- Monitor, manage, and update occupational pension (LPP) contributions
- Prepare and track work accident and illness declarations
- Manage medical certificates and absenteeism statistics in liaison with external service providers
- Establish, track, and administer family allowance claims and documentation
- Process and manage APG (complementary benefits) requests including military service, maternity leave, and other entitled absences
- Administer disability pension claims and follow-ups
- Issue employer attestations and employment certificates
- Process requests for bridge pensions and modulated retirement arrangements
- Manage second pillar (occupational pension) inquiries and transactions
- Perform miscellaneous HR department tasks and administrative functions
Qualifications
- Knowledge of Swiss social insurance systems (AVS, LAI, LPP, UVG)
- Familiarity with watch industry employment conventions and collective labour agreements
- Proficiency in payroll processing software
- Understanding of Swiss employment law and tax regulations
- Strong organizational and administrative capabilities
Skills
Experience
Experience in payroll administration and social insurance management within a Swiss regulated environment is required. Experience in the manufacturing or luxury goods sector is advantageous.
Education
Secondary education with specialized training in payroll administration, human resources, or equivalent professional qualifications is expected.
Workplace
The role is situated in Fleurier, Neuchâtel, Switzerland — conveniently close to Neuchâtel.
Culture
Chopard fosters a family-owned, human-centered culture where exceptional craftsmanship, creativity, and long-term commitment are deeply valued. As an employer, the Maison offers a refined and collaborative environment that encourages excellence, responsibility, and innovation, with a distinctive emphasis on ethical luxury and sustainable practices.
About Cerulean
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Frequently Asked Questions
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