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EMEA Recruitment is working exclusively with a well-established global life sciences company. We are searching for a Global Business Unit Rewards Lead to join the Basel office.

The successful candidate will be responsible for leading Rewards-related initiatives for a key global business unit, translating strategic goals into actionable plans, and contributing to broader HR topics such as job leveling and organizational design.

This role requires someone who can influence stakeholders and transform technical content into impactful change strategies.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking, agile organization that values innovation and is actively integrating digital and AI-driven approaches into its HR practices.

Key responsibilities of the Global Business Unit Rewards Lead:

• Lead the development and implementation of Reward strategies aligned with business goals

• Partner closely with global business leaders to support organizational design and job architecture

• Translate complex compensation and benefits content into strategic HR initiatives

• Support transformation efforts by bringing a digital mindset and business impact focus

Your profile:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Rewards with exposure to broader HR consulting topics

• Strong understanding of compensation frameworks, including Mercer job grading

• Proven ability to influence, lead change, and communicate effectively across senior stakeholders

• Interest or experience in AI and digital transformation within HR

EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.

• Leading end-to-end internal audit projects, with a strong focus on operational processes,
• Identifying risks, uncovering process gaps, and providing practical recommendations that drive real improvements
• Partnering with teams across the business to strengthen controls and enhance efficiency
• Supporting management with insights and solutions that go beyond compliance to create real value

• 10 years of internal audit experience, with exposure to operational audits in a manufacturing environment
• A curious mindset and strong analytical skills – you enjoy digging into processes and figuring out how to make them better
• Experience leading independent audits from start to finish, with the confidence to challenge and influence stakeholders
• Great communication skills – you can explain complex issues clearly and build strong working relationships
• Degree level qualifications in a related subject, additional qualifications such as CIA, CISA or CPA would be advantageous
• Fluency in English is essential, additional languages would be beneficial

• Build and maintain detailed analyses in the monthly gross margin and COGS analysis
• Identify areas in the production process that need improvement, applying a deep understanding of the end-to-end manufacturing cycle - experience with SAP is preferred for optimizing gross margin and COGS reporting
• Leverage an understanding of Accounting processes to ensure accurate and reliable analysis of gross margin and COGS data
• Analysis and extraction of key data from SAP to generate actionable insights, enabling effective decision-making
• Integrate GM/COGS analysis into monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and planning processes
• Perform cost control analysis within Operations and Supply Chain functions, providing actionable recommendations to improve cost efficiency

• Degree educated within Finance/Accounting
• Experience working within manufacturing or production
• Fluent in German, English or French
• Excellent costing knowledge 
• Strong SAP and Excel knowledge

EMEA Recruitment is working with a well-established multinational company in the Manufacturing sector. We are searching for a Senior HR Manager to join the Basel office.

The successful candidate will be responsible for leading key HR initiatives and projects, collaborating with both local and global teams to drive strategic HR functions. This position requires a mix of HR management and business partnering experience in an international setting to develop and optimise HR processes.


This role offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic organization entering a strong growth and transformational phase. As a key team member, you will contribute to shaping the company\'s HR strategies and fostering a positive workplace culture.


Key responsibilities of the Senior HR Manager:

• Partner with stakeholders across different regions to define and enhance HR strategies and policies.
• Lead the development and implementation of HR initiatives, ensuring process efficiency and alignment with business goals.
• Work closely with finance teams to coordinate budgeting, workforce planning, and resource allocation.
• Oversee the entire employee lifecycle, including talent management, employer branding, succession planning, and cultural development.
• A varied balance of HR Management and HR Business Partnering
   

• Strong ability to manage stakeholder relationships and communicate effectively across diverse teams and regions.
• Proven track record in process improvement and leading change initiatives within HR.
• Extensive knowledge of the full employee lifecycle, with a hands-on approach to HR management.
• Prior experience working in or with a multinational’s German entity
• Fluency in both English and German is essential.
   

EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.