For our Human Resources team, we are seeking a temporary

HR Officer at 80%-100%

(from 1 September 2019 for a duration of 2-3 months)

Working in a team of 3 people, you will actively support the HR day-to-day operations, undertaking a wide range of HR administrative duties related to a population of approx. 100 Auxiliary staff (language tutors, private music teachers, cover teachers, after-school activities coaches, interns, etc.).

Main responsibilities:

• Be the first point of contact for the assigned population; provide advice to employees in relation to their employment; respond to HR related inquiries or requests, and provide assistance.


• Prepare and issue employment agreements, amendments and various employee correspondence.


• Maintain and update employee records (personnel files and database); ensure all employment requirements are met (work permit requests and renewals, criminal records, etc.).


• Support the recruitment process by posting job ads, organizing resumes and job applications, scheduling job interviews, responding to applicants.


• Manage and follow-up child allowances and maternity leaves for all ISL staff.


• Manage the timesheets and leave of absence forms for all Administrative & Support staff (approx. 35 people).


• Assist in payroll preparation by providing relevant data (new hires, departures, amendments, etc.).


• Assist in ad-hoc HR projects and various administrative tasks.

Qualifications and Qualities desired:

• Fluency in English (C1) and French


• Diploma of Certificat d’assistant(e) en gestion du personnel


• A proven HR administrative experience of min 3 years within an international environment


• Good knowledge of Swiss labour law


• Excellent organizational skills with ability to work independently


• Strong customer service orientation


• Adaptability, flexibility and dynamism

This position is open for men and women. Due to work permit limitations, preference will be given to candidates having a Swiss/EU citizenship or holding a Swiss work permit.

To apply, please click here.

Safeguarding and Promoting the Welfare of Children and Young People

The International School of Lausanne is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All employees are required to undertake a security clearance. This takes the form of a criminal records report and a special excerpt from Swiss criminal records for those working with children. It is school policy to actively seek confidential references for all new employees, including at least one from the previous employer.