HR Business Partner

About COFRA Holding AG

COFRA Holding AG is a family-owned group, headquartered in Switzerland, with operations in Europe, the Americas and Asia. COFRA has a diverse portfolio of investment businesses in private equity (Bregal Investments), real estate (Redevco) and asset management (Anthos Fund & Asset Management). Businesses and investments are also held in retail, clean energy and sustainable food. Through business, COFRA strives to be a force for good in the world – a mission that began over 180 years ago. Today, we actively direct our expertise, energy and capital into businesses and investments that we believe have the potential to create superior value. 

www.cofraholding.com  

 

Think about People differently and make a real impact

A welcoming and supportive setting where you can develop and make a real difference in the world – that’s what you’ll find at COFRA. We’re a family business, geared to creating lasting value and united by an ambition to change industries and society for the better. Aspiration and entrepreneurism are encouraged and rewarded with opportunity. Teams are diverse yet close-knit. Relationships matter. People matter.

 

What we can achieve together

One of our greatest strengths is our people: talented, dedicated professionals who are true experts in their field, committed to the pursuit of excellence and open to new opportunities and ways of capturing them.

We're looking for an experienced HR Business Partner to join our Human Resources team in Zug, Switzerland.  You will join a multi-generational family business with a commitment to achieve systemic change across Liveable Cities, Responsible Capital, Clean Energy and Sustainable Food together with our management teams and mission-aligned external partners.

 

About the role

The HR Business Partner (HRBP) is responsible for delivering the full spectrum of HR services to the Zug COFRA Holding site. Acting as a trusted advisor to business leaders and employees, the HRBP ensures the effective implementation of HR policies, processes, and initiatives, supporting a positive employee experience and enabling business success. This role covers all day-to-day HR operations, including employee relations, talent management, performance management, recruitment, learning & development, compensation & benefits, compliance, and change management.

 

Key responsibilities include:

HR Operations & Employee Relations:

• Serve as the primary HR contact for all employees and managers at the Zug site.
• Manage employee relations issues, providing guidance and support to resolve conflicts and ensure a positive work environment.
• Oversee HR administration, including contracts, onboarding, offboarding, and HRIS data accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with Swiss labor law and company policies.

Talent Management & Development:

• Partner with leaders to identify talent needs and support workforce planning.
• Support client recruitment and selection processes, ensuring a diverse and high-quality talent pipeline.
• Coordinate and support learning and development initiatives, including mandatory and role-specific training.
• Drive performance management processes, supporting managers in goal setting, feedback, and development planning.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Administer compensation and benefits programs in line with company guidelines and local regulations.
• Support annual salary review and bonus processes for the Zug site.

Change Management & Projects:

• Support the implementation of HR projects and change initiatives at the site level.
• Lead or participate in HR workstreams of transformation projects, ensuring effective change management, stakeholder engagement, and alignment with business objectives.
• Collaborate with the wider HR team on global or regional projects, ensuring local alignment and effective communication.
• Stakeholder Management:
• Build strong relationships with site leadership, employees, and the broader HR community.
• Act as a culture ambassador, promoting inclusion, diversity, and engagement.

 

What You Bring

• Proven experience in HR business partnering or generalist HR roles, ideally in an international environment.
• Strong knowledge of Swiss employment law and HR best practices.
• Experience managing employee relations, performance management, and talent development.
• Proficient in HR systems and digital tools.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks.
• Minimum 8 years of HR experience.
• Experience working on transformation planning and/or familiarity with TUPE regulations advantageous
• Experience in Organisational Transformation, including ‘Project Lead’ experience of a restructuring project
• English (required), German (desirable)

 

What we offer you in return

The opportunity itself is a great way to have a direct impact on the Group and realize potential across a multitude of areas.

COFRA offers notable benefits, including a competitive pension plan. Also, training and development is provided to all COFRA employees.

 

COFRA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, colour, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin or disability. None of this gets in the way of hiring and retaining the best people.