HR System Lead

We are Sonic Suisse

Sonic Suisse is a comprehensive network of regional laboratories with more than 2,500 employees at locations in German-, French- and Italian-speaking Switzerland.

We are part of the global Sonic Healthcare Group, a leading provider of medical diagnostic services. We are committed to the well-being of our customers and their patients and thus make a decisive contribution to medical care throughout Switzerland on a daily basis. High quality standards and the continuous training of our employees guarantee the safety and validity of our analysis and test results.
Whether in laboratory medicine, in the administrative area or in support functions: We offer you a meaningful working environment with diverse development opportunities, room for personal initiative and a corporate culture.

Purpose of the job

You will be responsible for the seamless integration, maintenance, and optimization of HR technology systems, with a strong focus on Abacus, payroll and HR master data.
Acting as the link between HR, IT and Finance, you will drive digital transformation in HR processes. By leveraging HR technology, ultimately enhancing employee experience and organizational effectiveness.

Your Impact in This Role

• Technical responsibility and leadership for all HR staff who process salaries,
• Manage and optimize Abacus and HR master data, including payroll-related processes,
• Drive digitalization, automation and continuous improvement of HR processes,
• Lead or support HR system implementations, upgrades and integrations,
• Ensure data quality, security and compliance with Swiss regulations,
• Provide second-level support and training to HR teams and managers,
• Coordinate with IT, Finance and external providers,
• Deliver HR reporting, KPIs and regulatory requirements.

Your Impact in This Role

• 10+ years of HR experience, including payroll,
• In depth knowledge of HRIS, data management and digital HR processes,
• Expertise in Abacus,
• Sound knowledge of Swiss HR practices and labour legislation,
• Strong analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills,
• Ability to bridge HR, IT and business needs,
• Proactive, collaborative and service-oriented mindset,
• Fluent in two Swiss national languages and English.

A Place to Grow and Make an Impact

• A key role at the intersection of HR, technology and business,
• The opportunity to drive digital transformation along the employee life cycle,
• A collaborative, fast-changing and dynamic environment,
• A role with a direct impact on employee and manager experience.
  

You can work from any of our regional hubs in Geneva, Lausanne, Niederwangen, Lucerne, Zurich, Buchs, or Bioggio.

The role requires regular travel to meet and collaborate with HR team members across these different regions.

Here's what happens next after your application

It is important to us that you know from the very beginning what to expect.

Are you eager to take on responsibility, develop professionally and actively contribute to shaping HR ? Then we look forward to receiving your application documents.

Before you go to the trouble of writing a cover letter: it is not mandatory for us. Simply send us your CV, along with your relevant employment references and diplomas/certificate-

Got questions ? We′re happy to start a conversation !
E-mail: marc.baumgartner@sonicsuisse.ch