HR Manager

**_Where People, Purpose, and Science Connect_**

**Why This Role Matters**

At **VCLS**, our people are our greatest strength — 230+ scientists, consultants, and innovators united by a shared purpose: _helping science succeed so patients can benefit._

As **HR Manager for France and Switzerland**, you’ll be the trusted partner and voice of our people — guiding, supporting, and empowering teams to thrive. You’ll ensure the VCLS experience is everything it should be**:human, caring, and excellent.**

This is a role for someone who leads with empathy and clarity — who listens deeply, communicates openly, and builds trust across every level of the organization. You’ll combine hands-on partnership with strategic impact, shaping how HR operates locally and contributing to global HR initiatives that keep our culture strong as we grow.

**Your Purpose**

To ensure **VCLS remains a great place to work** — where every person feels supported, respected, and inspired to grow.

You’ll anchor HR excellence in France and Switzerland, addressing local needs while helping our global HR community evolve and scale for the future.

**What You’ll Do**

**HR Partnership & Employee Support**

- Be the go-to HR partner for France and Switzerland, supporting employees and managers across all people topics.
- Coach leaders to build engaged, high-performing teams.
- Anticipate people needs and bring global HR programs to life locally — from performance reviews and engagement to recognition and development.
- Cultivate trusted relationships that balance empathy with sound business judgment.

**Employee Relations & Compliance**

- Act as the in-house expert on French labor law and employee relations.
- Manage sensitive topics — performance, discipline, grievances — with transparency, care, and fairness.
- Lead constructive dialogue with the **CSE (Comité Social et Économique)** and maintain strong, compliant partnerships.
- Liaise with legal advisors and external partners as needed.

**HR Operations (France & Switzerland)**

- Oversee HR operations including onboarding, contracts, time off, payroll coordination, and offboarding.
- Ensure data accuracy, process efficiency, and full compliance with local regulations.
- Support benefits administration and continuously improve HR processes.

**Global Collaboration & Total Rewards**

- Provide market insights to shape global compensation and benefits strategy.
- Support annual salary and bonus review processes, ensuring fairness and clarity.
- Act as HR systems owner for France and Switzerland — championing data integrity and smooth, consistent processes.

**Culture & Engagement**

- Bring our **PIPE values — People, Innovation, Passion, Excellence —** to life every day.
- Partner on initiatives that strengthen belonging, wellbeing, and recognition.
- Be a culture builder — fostering inclusion, connection, and joy at work.

**What Success Looks Like**

- Smooth, compliant, and people-centered HR operations in France and Switzerland.
- Deep trust between HR, employees, managers, and local CSE representatives.
- Early, proactive resolution of employee relations topics.
- Measurable contribution to global HR initiatives (especially in rewards, systems, and engagement).
- A connected, inspired local team that feels valued and supported.

**Requirements**:

- 7+ years of HR experience in France, ideally in an international or consulting environment.
- Strong knowledge of French labor law and CSE processes; exposure to Swiss employment practices a plus.
- Proven experience supporting managers and employees across levels and functions.
- Knowledge of compensation, benefits, and HR systems (Odoo experience a plus).
- Fluent in French and English, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Hands-on, organized, and solutions-oriented — equally comfortable in the details and in strategic discussions.
- High emotional intelligence — you listen, connect, and communicate with authenticity and care.

**Why Join VCLS**:

- **Impact**: Support the people who bring life-changing health technologies to patients.
- **Culture**: Collaborative, inclusive, and entrepreneurial — no silos, no politics.
- **Purpose**: Join a company where science and human connection go hand in hand.
- **Growth**: Be part of a global HR community that values curiosity, innovation, and continuous learning.

**At VCLS, HR is not just about process — it’s about people.**
If you’re ready to make an impact where **science meets purpose**, we’d love to hear from you.