HR Payroll Specialist
Key information
- Publication date:29 January 2025
- Workload:100%
- Contract type:Temporary
- Place of work:Rte de Berne 301,, 1000 Lausanne 25
Join us and shape the future of hospitality today!
EHL's dynamic campuses form a unique network where passionate students, academics and industry experts from over 120 countries come together with a common goal: to develop and disseminate hospitality knowledge, while supporting the sector's continued growth.
We are constantly striving to improve the working environment and personal development opportunities for our more than 800 staff and teachers, who are among the most recognized experts in their respective fields. Since its foundation in 1893, EHL has been widely recognized by the industry and consistently ranked among the world's top hospitality management schools. Everything we do is based on our values of excellence, family and learning, and we are committed to bringing them to life in tangible ways for our employees.
Within this vibrant environment, the Human Resources department plays a pivotal role in fostering a culture that values collaboration, diversity, and personal growth. As part of our HR team, the Payroll Specialist contributes directly to ensuring a seamless employee experience by managing payroll operations with precision and care. This role is essential in upholding our commitment to excellence by providing accurate and timely compensation, supporting compliance with Swiss regulations, and serving as a trusted point of contact for employees on payroll-related matters. Joining the HR department means becoming a key partner in shaping an exceptional workplace for all members of our community.
To join our amazing team, we are looking for a candidate who is not only skilled and passionate about hospitality but also aligns with our leadership principles: transparency, accountability, collaboration, care, and experimentation.
Working closely with the Payroll Manager, you will take on a leadership role in operational excellence, compliance, and system improvements, while acting as a trusted point of contact for both internal and external stakeholders. Your expertise will directly contribute to maintaining the highest standards of service and compliance within the organization.
What will you do ?
- Oversee payroll operations: Manage and execute payroll processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness for monthly and yearly statements, reports, salary certificates, and all legal requirements.
- Ensure regulatory compliance: Stay updated on Swiss labor laws, social security regulations, and tax at source requirements, ensuring all payroll activities meet legal standards.
- Manage social insurance & absence declarations: Handle sickness and accident claims, liaising with insurance providers, and maintaining accurate records in relevant databases.
- Optimize systems: Act as a Key User for HR systems, collaborating with IT to enhance HR & payroll tools and streamline processes.
- Support and advise stakeholders: Serve as a trusted advisor for staff, students, and HR colleagues on payroll, tax, social security, and other payroll related matters.
- Drive process improvements: Take initiative to identify and implement best practices, elevating the efficiency and quality of payroll operations.
Who you are?
- You have a CFC or equivalent diploma in payroll, accounting, or HR-related fields. Additional certifications in payroll or HR administration are a strong asset.
- You have 5–8 years of experience in payroll management, with a proven track record of handling complex payroll processes in a fast-paced environment.
- You have in-depth knowledge of Swiss social security, tax at source systems, benefits administration, and labor regulations.
- You have advanced proficiency in HR and payroll systems and strong skills in MS Office, particularly Excel.
- You are fluent in both French and English, with excellent communication skills.
- You have exceptional attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
- You have strong interpersonal skills, a proactive mindset, and the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external partners.
What we offer?
We offer you a temporary contract within a business area of an educational institution, with exceptional employee benefits including free meals, an attractive number of days off, a parking space or public transport contribution, as well as access to various services and facilities.
We offer you responsibility, challenge, development opportunities and encouragement to help you achieve your professional and personal goals.
We offer you the opportunity to make a tangible impact on our students’, staff and partners’ experience as well as contribute to the growth of our institution.
You will enjoy being part of a passionate, multidisciplinary and talented team.
