Head of People/HR Manager

At Sevensense we push the frontiers of mobile robotics. Our mission is to build the eyes and brain for the robots of the future! Equipped with our technology, mobile machines can autonomously navigate in dynamic and even crowded environments. With this solution we enable new robotic applications in places such as airports, supermarkets and warehouses.

We are looking for a passionate individual to manage our HR operations and shape our team culture, always putting our 35+ collaborators at the forefront. As our new Head of People, you will take care of our HR processes, drive new initiatives, and manage our talent acquisition and retention activities to support our scale-up. You will be one key point of contact for our team and work closely with the management team and team leads. With your dynamic, flexible and hands-on attitude, you will be in the driver’s seat for continuous improvement in our growing organization.

• Perform and manage all HR activities, including recruiting, onboarding, HR policies definition and execution, personnel files administration, time-off management, performance management, and training and development.
• Develop and execute the talent acquisition and retention strategies for the entire company.
• Work closely with accounting on payroll, pension fund and social security management.
• Act as a role model, contributing towards the evolution of a company culture that reinforces our core values.
• Drive initiatives in the HR domain, and proactively enhance the Employee Experience in our company.

• Degree with a focus on HR, Business Administration or a related field, or similar professional experience
• At least 2 years of professional HR and recruiting experience. Experience working in a startup and/or a tech company is a plus.
• Good understanding of typical payroll processes, social security and pension fund schemes, the Swiss labor law and the current work permit regulations.
• Proven experience in supporting people’s wellbeing and nurturing professional relationships.
• Good communication skills in both German and English.
• You are excited to work in a multinational, diverse and dynamic company.

• A unique opportunity to join at an early stage of the company and shape our HR processes and company culture.
• A competitive compensation package including a stock option plan.
• An energetic environment where everyone strives to achieve their full potential.
• An ideal office location in the center of Zurich and its startup scene.
• Never ending coffee supply, snacks and chocolate.
• A friendly, supportive and international team to share both hard work and fun with.