HR Generalist & Operations (Dual-Site - Switzerland)

Location:

Montreux, CH

Date: 8 May 2026

Application closing date:

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 126 premium private schools in 28 countries spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 95,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.

Founded in 2013 by Nadim M. Nsouli, Inspired is backed by investors such as Stonepeak, GIC, TA Associates, and the Oppenheimer and Mansour family offices. The Group is experiencing 20% per annum growth through acquisition, greenfield site expansion, and the development of existing schools within its portfolio. In 2023, Inspired was recognised by Beauhurst as one of the UK's top 10 highest-value private companies.

ROLE SUMMARY:

We are seeking a dynamic and hands-on HR professional to support and manage the full spectrum of HR activities across two schools in Switzerland: St. George’s International School and Geneva English School.

The HR Generalist & Operations will play a key role in the day-to-day management of HR activities, including HR administration and payroll, recruitment and onboarding support, as well as responding to employee HR queries.

The primary work location will be St. George’s International School; however, the successful candidate will be expected to divide their time between both schools according to operational needs.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

HR Operations & Administration

Manage end-to-end HR administration throughout the employee lifecycle (contracts, onboarding, contractual changes, offboarding).
Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records while ensuring data integrity within HR systems (e.g. SAP SuccessFactors).
Oversee absence management, leave tracking, and employee documentation.
Ensure compliance with Swiss employment law, social insurance regulations, and internal policies.
Assist in the preparation of HR reports and audits.
Prepare declarations and manage follow-up related to illness, accident, APG, maternity, and paternity cases in coordination with insurance providers and external partners.
Support the implementation of HR policies and procedures.

Payroll

Manage and coordinate monthly payroll processes, including data validation and reporting.
Handle all payroll-related activities, including social insurance, tax at source, and salary certificates.
Support month-end processes as well as workforce cost and FTE budget tracking.

Recruitment & Onboarding

Support recruitment processes across both schools (job postings, coordination, and offers).
Manage permit applications and various administrative authorizations.
Oversee onboarding processes to ensure a smooth and consistent employee experience.

Employee Relations & HR Support

Act as the first point of contact for employees and managers regarding HR-related matters.
Provide guidance on HR policies, procedures, and employee relations topics.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

Experience & Skills

Solid experience in an operational HR Generalist or HR Operations role within Switzerland.
Strong knowledge of Swiss employment law, payroll, and social insurance processes.
Proven ability to independently manage the full employee lifecycle.
Experience managing HR activities across multiple sites is considered a strong asset.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and HR systems (e.g. SAP SuccessFactors).

Personal Competencies

Highly organized with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to balance operational execution while managing priorities across multiple stakeholders.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust at all levels.
Proactive, solution-oriented, and comfortable working in a dynamic environment.
Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality.
Resilient.

Qualifications

Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
HRSE certification or equivalent qualification required.
The Swiss Federal Diploma in HR Management (Brevet fédéral de spécialiste RH) is considered an asset.
Fluency in both French and English is mandatory.

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT:

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

Visit our careers site for more information; https://jobs.inspirededu.com