Swiss Timing HR Operations Specialist
- Employment
- Part-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Department
- Human Resources, People & Culture
- Posted
- Sep 4, 2026
About Swiss Timing
Swiss Timing stands at the intersection of Swiss precision, technological innovation, and world-class sport. As a member of the Swatch Group, the company has built an exceptional reputation for delivering timing, scoring, data handling, and broadcast solutions for the Olympic Games and leading international competitions. As an employer, Swiss Timing offers a dynamic environment where engineers, project leaders, technicians, and digital specialists contribute to moments watched by millions. The company values accuracy, reliability, teamwork, and calm excellence under pressure, providing employees with the opportunity to work on complex global events while advancing the standards of performance measurement in elite sport.
Swiss Timing seeks an HR Operations Specialist in Leipzig, Germany for 75% part-time work managing payroll, HR administration, and reporting across multiple countries.
Role & Responsibilities
- Manage and coordinate payroll-related activities and HR administration with the payroll specialist at Swatch Group Germany
- Maintain personnel records and HR systems, including assignment notifications
- Oversee social insurance and contract management processes
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and HR controlling activities
- Prepare and maintain HR reports, dashboards, and KPI analyses
- Ensure accurate and timely reporting for local management and corporate stakeholders
- Support workforce planning and HR analytics activities
- Maintain and continuously improve HR processes, policies, and data quality
- Ensure compliance with local labor laws and internal regulations
- Support HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives
- Contribute to a positive employee experience across multiple locations
- Coordinate relocation support and employee recognition activities
Qualifications
- University or apprenticeship degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
- Several years of experience in HR Operations, Payroll, HR Administration, or comparable role
- Proven experience in preparing and maintaining HR reports, dashboards, KPI analyses, and management reports
- Experience with HR reporting and workforce analytics at both local and corporate/group level
- Solid understanding of payroll, HR administration, and employee lifecycle processes
- Exceptional attention to detail and highly accurate, quality-focused approach to work
Skills
Experience
Several years of experience in HR Operations, Payroll, HR Administration, or a comparable role with demonstrated expertise in HR reporting, payroll coordination, and HR controlling across multiple locations or organizational levels.
Education
University or apprenticeship degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
Workplace
This position is based in Leipzig, Saxony, Germany.
Culture
Swiss Timing offers a workplace culture defined by precision, innovation, and the excitement of world-class sport. As part of the Swatch Group, it brings together technical expertise, teamwork, and operational excellence, giving employees the opportunity to contribute to high-profile international events where reliability and performance are essential.
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