Human Resources Trainee

The Geneva Human Resources team, in Satigny, Geneva, is looking for a

 Human Resources Trainee (min. 6 months)

In this position your mission will be to support the Geneva HR Community, working on local administrative HR related topics, learning & development, talent acquisition, employee engagement and related projects, in collaboration with the Geneva and Global Human Resources team.

Pre-requisites

• Only students enrolled at a fully accredited degree program (BSc or MSc) with an Internship Agreement are welcome to apply
• Only students who are Swiss, European or with a B Permit are welcome to apply

Key Responsibilities

• Support HR Business Partners with local administrative related tasks to ensure HR compliance and world-class customer services to the business
• Support Talent Acquisition and third-party partners with recruitment requests locally, including liaison with the business, hiring managers and HR Business Partners
• Offer an outstanding candidate experience aligned with our employment branding strategy, and take part in career fairs and events
• Promote and support local employee and engagement events, including employment branding and Diversity & Inclusion initiatives
• Learning and Development: Coordinate and liaise with external and internal key stakeholders to offer tailored learning & development opportunities
• Coordinate employee lifecycle projects, such as the implementation of new systems and processes related to Performance, Learning & Development, Talent Acquisition amongst others

Learning for the student

This mandate will be a unique opportunity to:

• Discover the various facets of dsm-firmenich from the “inside” across all Business Units and Business Partners
• Work in a multicultural environment and manage exciting projects as well as a great number of interactions with various stakeholders
• Develop problem-solving, empowerment & accountability, priority management skills
• Learn a varied range of new technologies, Human Resources skills, techniques, and tools

You bring

• Strong knowledge and/or interest in Human Resources, mainly in HR administration, Talent Acquisition and Learning & Development
• Thorough communication skills, ability to interact with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders in a multicultural environment, able to build trustful partnership with commitment and business curiosity
• Agile, driven and resourceful, can-do attitude, able to prioritize and work under tight deadlines, without neglecting rigor and attention to details
• Digital savvy with good reporting and analytical skills, data and KPI driven
• Good project management skills, able to take initiatives and work independently
• Excellent command of French (C1/C2) and English level (C1/C2) orally and in writing
• Proficient with MS Office Suite (advanced level of Excel and PPT) and ready to learn dsm-firmenich specific one

About dsm-firmenich:

As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world’s growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life every day, everywhere, for billions of people.

Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement:

At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work - and that's exactly the kind of culture we're building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we're serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we're committed to reflecting the world we serve.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds - no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.

And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we're here to help - just let us know what you need, and we'll do everything we can to make it work.