Job description
We are looking for an interim HR Manager on a 6 to 12 months contract with an opportunity for permanent placement to oversee all aspects of human resources practices and processes with strong recruiting experience.
The ideal candidate is a go-to person for all employee-related issues managing activities such as job design, recruitment, employee relations, performance management, training and development and talent management. People are our most important asset and you’ll be the one to ensure we have a happy and productive workplace where everyone works to realize our established mission and objectives.
Main responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
Main Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the full employee life cycle of a staff of 75 in addition to consultants and service providers.
- Oversee and manage the full recruitment cycle, including job postings, candidate screening, interviewing and selection.
- Manage employee onboarding and offboarding processes ensuring a smooth transition for new hires and departing employees.
- Further develop and monitor overall HR policies, strategies, systems and procedures across the organisation.
- Provide guidance and support to managers and employees on HR-related matters, including performance management, disciplinary actions and conflict resolution.
- Assess training needs for all employees and monitor, further develop and implement the leadership development program for managers and team leads.
- Oversee and manage the performance appraisal system that drives high performance.
- Nurture a positive working environment through employee engagement and wellbeing initiatives.
- Stay up to date on HR trends and best practices to ensure the organisation remains competitive in attracting and retaining top talent.
- Ensure the organisation’s compliance with legal regulations and keep up to date with any changes.
- Maintain HR systems and processes and ensure all company HR policies are applied consistently.
- Conduct performance and salary reviews.
- Manage and work with external payroll provider.
- Track and maintain records of employee attendance, including leave requests and approvals.
- Report to management and provide decision support through HR metrics.
Profile required
Education and Experience:
- Minimum bachelor’s degree in human resources and/or Swiss certification in Personnel Management (Brevet Fédéral de Spécialiste en ressources humaines). Masters preferred.
- 5 to 7 years’ experience in HR related roles
- Competence to build and effectively manage interpersonal relationships at all levels of the company.
- In-depth knowledge of labour law and HR best practices.
- Fluent in English. Hungarian would be an asset.
- Demonstrable experience with human resources metrics.
- Excellent active listening, negotiation and presentation skills.
- Experience of having managed an international office relocation.
- Knowledge of Swiss (and Hungarian) employment law, taxes, social insurances and pensions a must.
- Excellent knowledge of MS Office tools (Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint)
- Proactive, detail oriented with the ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Strong organisational and communication skills
- Independent and self-motivated.
Start Date: As soon as possible
Closing Date for applications: 30th June 2026
Location: Lausanne, Switzerland
What we offer?
World Aquatics is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
If you are interested in this position and you meet the requirements in the profile, please submit your application with a CV and Covering letter.
Company description
Who are we?
World Aquatics – formerly FINA (Féderation Internationale de Natation) – is the global governing body for the development of aquatic sports. Founded in 1908 and currently formed by 209 National Federations across five continents, World Aquatics is based in the Olympic-capital city of Lausanne. Our vision is to create ‘A world united by water, for health, life and sport and our mission is to ensure that everyone has the ability to participate, compete and benefit from aquatic sports across our six disciplines: Swimming, Open Water Swimming, Diving, Water Polo, Artistic Swimming and High Diving.
Why Work for Us?
If you are looking to be part of a purpose-driven organisation within the sports industry and want to make a difference, then look no further. We are looking for talented, high-performing individuals who are willing to demonstrate their values and passion in a dynamic and challenging environment.
On 6/22/2026