Job description
Are you passionate about building up processes and company culture to create an exceptional work environment? At Lumiphase, a vibrant deep-tech startup on Lake Zurich, we are seeking a Head of People & Culture (80-100%) to do just this.
We’re all about creating the world’s fastest and most energy-efficient communication chips, and we believe our team is the key to making this dream a reality. With a foundation that’s been nearly a decade in the making at IBM Research, we founded in 2020 and we’ve been growing fast. We are ready to welcome someone who’s as excited as we are about building an exceptional team and fostering an environment where innovation thrives.
This role will start in spring 2024 and is based in our Stäfa, ZH office.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement People and Culture (P&C) strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall business strategy, reporting directly to the co-CEO;
- Manage the talent acquisition process, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding new employees;
- Maintain strong employee engagement with bespoke performance management, people leadership, and career development programs;
- Liaise with internal and external parties to oversee all employee lifecycle administration, payroll, employee records/contracts etc.;
- Create and maintain a positive and inclusive work culture that embraces and attracts a diverse team of talents;
- Collaborate with the leadership team to drive organizational growth and success;
- As we grow, take on people leadership responsibilities and grow the Lumiphase Operations / P&C teams.
Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years experience leading HR/P&C units, preferably in startups;
- Strong understanding of Swiss labor laws and regulations;
- Strong knowledge of HR best practices, and the ability to implement solutions that optimize for innovation;
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic startup environment;
- English fluency is a must, and German is a strong advantage;
- Proficiency in MS Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and knowledge of cloud-based HR solutions for HRIS, ATS, talent management, etc.
Benefits
At Lumiphase, we offer a young, fast-growing, and dynamic working environment with broad options for personal development. We have world-class technical people who love to share their skills with new team members. People from all around the world have joined us, creating an open-minded and diverse team spirit. We are all dedicated to creating superior photonic products to solve hard problems in the field of communication as a big team effort.
We offer a variety of benefits to create a positive experience at work and enable a healthy and enjoyable work-life balance.
- ZVV (Zurich region) annual transport pass and Halbtax;
- 2 additional parental leave weeks;
- Flexible hours and hybrid work possibilities;
- On-site fitness room, canteen, and top-quality espresso machine;
- Loads of fun team events, both in and out of the office.
We look forward to welcoming talented, new members to our team.
Interview process
Our recruitment process consists of three stages:
- A 30 min phone interview with our People & Culture team member to discuss your general career motivations, and present our company and this role.
- A 1-1.5 hour phone interview with 1-2 members of the hiring team to deep dive into the core skills requirements.
- An on-site visit to interview with and meet many members of the team that you would be working in. This often includes lunch and gives you a strong sense of the company culture and individuals.
Then, both parties make their decisions. We aim to complete all steps in one month but also allow for modifications to ensure both sides have a full picture of the skills and culture match to take the decision in an informed way.
Tip: The cover letter is optional, but it is a great way for us to know why you are applying. Taking the time to add a paragraph to a plain document to upload is not only totally fine but much appreciated. No need for formal or fancy formatting, as we are an informal team that appreciates authenticity.
Job details
Location: Stäfa, Greater Zurich area
Remote work: Combination of on-site and remote work possible
Working schedule: Flexible working hours
Employment type: Part-time or full-time (80-100%)
Contact
In case you have any specific questions, please reach out to us via email at Talents.