HR Manager

The Hero Group is a global food company focused on branded nutritional food products. The company was founded in 1886 in Lenzburg, Switzerland, where its headquarters are still located today. Hero's operates in the Growing Up and Adult categories, which include three businesses: Better Snacking, Naturally Good Food and Others. The Group is a house of brands and includes Hero, Corny, Beech‐Nut, Schwartau, Semper, Freche Freunde, Organix, Deliciously Ella, Sunar, Vitrac, Baby Gourmet, Queensberry, and Casa de Mateus in its portfolio. In 2024, the Group generated revenues of CHF 1.25 billion. HR Manager We are seeking a new member to ensure to participate in supporting the business by ensuring compliance with local labor laws and regulations, managing all administrative HR processes, and acting as a strategic partner to the Country Manager. Your main responsibilities Ensure full compliance with Italian labor laws and internal HR policies. Manage all local HR administrative processes, including contracts, payroll coordination, benefits, and employee records. Act as a trusted business partner to the Country Manager, providing strategic HR support and guidance. Support talent acquisition and onboarding processes in collaboration with Group HR. Coordinate performance management and development processes locally. Handle employee relations and support resolution of workplace issues. Monitor and report on HR metrics and KPIs. Liaise with external providers (e.g., payroll, legal, training) to ensure service quality and compliance. Contribute to the implementation of global HR initiatives at local level. Support organizational changes and ensure smooth transitions from an HR perspective. Promote a positive work culture aligned with Hero's values. Skills and competencies Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Law, Business Administration, or a related field. Proven experience (7 years) in HR generalist roles, preferably within multinational environments. Strong knowledge of Italian labor law and HR compliance. Experience in HR administration and employee lifecycle management. Fluency in Italian and English. Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office tools. Experience in the food or FMCG industry is a plus. Strong organizational and administrative skills. High attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to build trust and influence across all levels of the organization. Problem‐solving mindset and ability to handle sensitive situations with discretion. Strategic thinking and business acumen. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proactive and hands‐on approach. Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. What we offer Flexible Schedule and early finish on Fridays, also during summer months. Physiotherapist. Continuous learning and development. Ongoing feedback. Collaborative and challenging multinational environment. Matrix organization. Open and transparent culture. Great work environment. Do you want to be part of the team? Please send your CV and relevant documents to hr@hero.it or samantha.crease@hero.es Our commitment Ever since our humble beginnings in 1886, we have been a company that is rooted in goodness. Goodness of spirit. A spirit of generosity, honesty and genuine care. Care about each other, care about the people who buy our products and care about the world we live in. It is what unites us and makes us Hero. It is the reason why we only make real honest foods and snacks that are better by nature. While what we do changes over time in order to be true to how people live their lives today, how we do it and what we are striving for always remains the same: Products that are great tasting and nutritionally balanced, made from high quality ingredients. Never straying from our core belief that there is a better way. The Hero way. That's why we have made it our mission to delight consumers through honest goodness in every bite. Values Create wow – We dare to do things differently, seek to always win with consumers and customers, and endeavor to be forever relevant and vital to our world. It's about Curiosity, Innovation and Consumer/Customer Focus. Everyone Hero – We work together in pursuit of our common mission and strategy, strengthening our local businesses by leveraging the power of the collective. It's about Purpose, Performance and Teamwork. Nourish others – We treat everyone with honesty, care and respect and provide our people, customers and consumers with what they need to thrive. It's about Honesty, Empowerment, Respect and Diversity. Take responsibility – We make good choices today to build a more sustainable business and environment fit for the needs of tomorrow. It's about Sustainability, Ownership, Heritage and Quality. If you want more information about Hero, visit our website on We only accept applications sent to the above email addresses or via LinkedIn. Please be aware of job offer alternative sources and note that we will not accept applications from other third parties. J-18808-Ljbffr