Swatch Group HR Business Partner

Bangkok Bangkok Thailand

Employment
Full-Time
Seniority
Mid-Level
Posted
Oct 8, 2026

About Swatch Group

Swatch Group stands as one of the world’s foremost watchmaking groups, uniting Swiss industrial excellence with a portfolio of distinguished maisons spanning accessible design, prestige horology, and high complication craft. As an employer, the Group offers a uniquely integrated environment, from research, manufacturing, and movement development to brand management, retail, and global operations. Rooted in Biel/Bienne and present worldwide, it values technical mastery, creative curiosity, and long-term commitment. Employees contribute to a culture where heritage, innovation, precision, and entrepreneurial energy converge, supporting iconic brands while shaping the future of Swiss watchmaking on an international stage.

The HR Business Partner advises Swatch Group’s Brand and Retail teams on organizational and people matters, oversees the employee lifecycle, and coordinates performance, learning, talent, and succession initiatives. The role also covers employee relations, workforce planning, HR reporting, policy compliance, and strategic people-risk recommendations.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Partner with Brand and Retail teams to understand business priorities.
  • Advise business leaders on organization, employee relations, performance, and people-related business decisions.
  • Oversee the employee lifecycle—including recruitment, onboarding, probation, performance management, employee movements, and exits—ensuring appropriate governance and compliance.
  • Coordinate performance management, Learning & Development, talent development, and succession planning initiatives to support employee capability and business growth.
  • Maintain regular engagement with Brand and Retail teams through store visits to identify HR needs and risks.
  • Manage monthly HR reports and analyze key HR matters, trends, and focus areas.
  • Review organizational structures and workforce planning with business leaders.
  • Proactively manage employee relations and organizational issues; advise on performance concerns, disciplinary matters, and employee engagement.
  • Monitor compliance with employee policies and ensure HR processes align with SG Thailand and Group standards.
  • Act as a strategic HR partner to Brand and Retail teams, identifying people risks and opportunities and recommending actions to support business growth.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • At least 5 years of relevant HR Business Partner experience.
  • Strong knowledge of local labor laws and employment legislation.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
  • Strong stakeholder management, coaching, and influencing skills.
  • Ability to manage priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced retail environment.
  • Good command of English communication skills.
  • Good proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Skills

Human resources business partnering Employee relations Performance management Recruitment and onboarding Learning & Development Talent development Succession planning Workforce planning Stakeholder management Coaching and influencing Microsoft Office

Experience

Minimum 5 years of relevant work experience in HR Business Partner.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.

Workplace

The successful candidate will be located in Bangkok, Bangkok, Thailand.

The setting Thailand

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Culture

Swatch Group offers a dynamic, multicultural workplace rooted in Swiss precision, creativity, and a deep passion for watchmaking. As an employer, it brings together craftsmanship, industrial expertise, and brand diversity, giving teams the opportunity to contribute to both iconic heritage maisons and forward-looking innovation.

About Cerulean

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Swatch Group HR Business Partner

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