[Hiring] HR Business Partner @Novelis

Role Description

In this key role of HR Business Partner (f/m/d), you will act as a trusted partner to managers and employees, providing both strategic and operational HR support in a dynamic industrial environment. You will combine strong business understanding with hands-on HR expertise and contribute actively to our people, organizational and transformation priorities. The position offers a broad scope and close interaction with operational teams, giving you the opportunity to make a tangible impact on both our people and our business.

• Partner closely with managers on people, organization and workforce topics, translating business needs into effective HR solutions.
• Coach and advise managers on leadership, employee relations, performance management and people development.
• Manage complex and sensitive employee relations cases and provide pragmatic, legally compliant HR guidance.
• Ensure the appropriate application of Swiss employment law, internal policies and HR processes.
• Support organizational changes and transformation initiatives, helping managers and employees navigate change effectively.
• Contribute to talent management and succession planning, with particular attention to critical roles and capabilities.
• Support recruitment, onboarding and retention activities in partnership with Talent Acquisition and the business.
• Drive and support the annual HR processes, including performance management, talent reviews and development planning.
• Act as a visible and accessible HR partner, maintaining strong proximity to employees and teams across the site.
• Contribute to HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives aimed at strengthening HR effectiveness, employee experience and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• A university degree or equivalent qualification in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field.
• Solid professional experience as an HR Business Partner with significant business partnering responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge and practical experience of Swiss employment law and Swiss HR practices.
• Experience working in a fast-paced operational or industrial environment would be a strong advantage.
• Demonstrated experience in employee relations, manager coaching, performance management and organizational change.
• The ability to handle complex and sensitive situations with sound judgement, confidentiality and pragmatism.
• Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills, with the ability to build trust at all levels of the organization.
• A hands-on, solution-oriented approach combined with the ability to step back and understand the broader business context.
• The ability to work autonomously while collaborating effectively within a local and international HR organization.
• Fluency in French and English. German is a plus.

Benefits

• Your future matters to us! Enjoy a company pension scheme subsidized by Novelis, ensuring your financial security.
• We care about your well-being! Novelis contributions towards your dental expenses!
• We prioritize your comfort and convenience with an attractive salary package, parkings, and an on-site company restaurant.
• Eager to enhance your knowledge and skills? Our individual training programs are designed to help you reach your full potential!
• Time for personal activities and relaxation is essential! Enjoy a 40-hour work week, days of holiday increasing according to age (with a minimum of 25 days), plus 9 official cantonal bank holidays and 5 additional paid holidays.
• Benefit from Novelis’ membership in Corporate Benefits with great purchasing deals from well-known brands in various areas.