- Location
- Galgenen Schwyz Switzerland
- Employment
- Temporary
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Department
- Human Resources, People & Culture
- Posted
- Sep 22, 2026
About Estée Lauder Companies
The Estée Lauder Companies is a global leader in prestige beauty, founded in 1946 by Estée and Joseph Lauder and built on an enduring belief in creativity, high-touch service, and entrepreneurial spirit. As an employer, the Group offers talent the scale of an international house with the energy of distinctive brands across skincare, makeup, fragrance, and hair care. Its culture values innovation, inclusion, learning, and responsible growth, inviting professionals to shape consumer experiences from laboratory to counter, digital platform to boardroom. Employees join a purpose-led organization where heritage, artistry, and scientific excellence meet to define the future of luxury beauty.
Estée Lauder Companies seeks an engaged HR Specialist for a maternity cover position (80–100%) at its Galgenen, Switzerland facility from December 2026 through July 2027. The role supports personnel administration for over 400 employees, including onboarding, employee changes, and separations, while serving as a primary point of contact for line managers and staff on HR-related matters.
Role & Responsibilities
- Manage full personnel administration cycle including onboarding, amendments, and separations for over 400 employees
- Serve as primary contact for line managers and employees on all HR process-related inquiries
- Maintain time tracking systems and ensure their proper functioning
- Independently prepare interim and employment certificates in German and English using designated certificate tools
- Support training of apprentices within the HR department
- Process employee life events including births, marriages, and service anniversaries
- Coordinate with social insurance institutions and external agencies regarding accidents, maternity, paternity, and unpaid leave
- Maintain statistics and prepare regular HR reporting
- Contribute to local and global HR projects
- Ensure all processes and documentation comply with internal (SOX) and external regulations including social insurance requirements
- Drive continuous process improvement initiatives
- Assist with monthly payroll processing as knowledge permits
Qualifications
- Completed HR training or equivalent qualification
- Multi-year experience in personnel administration
- Solid knowledge of employment law
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize and organize workload
- Ability to work precisely and efficiently, especially under pressure
- Independent, structured, and conscientious work approach
- Excellent communication skills with discretion and team orientation
- Fluent German and English language skills
Skills
Experience
Multi-year experience in personnel administration; payroll expertise is advantageous but not required.
Education
Completed HR training or equivalent qualification
Workplace
This position is based in Galgenen, Schwyz, Switzerland, within easy reach of Lucerne.
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Benefits
Attractive social benefits and attractive perks; home office opportunity available
Culture
The Estée Lauder Companies fosters a collaborative, inclusive workplace where creativity, entrepreneurial thinking, and a passion for prestige beauty are deeply valued. As a global house of distinctive brands, it offers employees an environment that encourages innovation, professional growth, and a shared commitment to excellence and consumer inspiration.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
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