Talent Acquisition Associate (80 - 100%)
Zurich International School Adliswil Campus - Adliswil, Outside US and Canada Open in Google Maps
Job Description
Zurich International School is an independent day school in the Greater Zurich Area serving around 1,300 students aged 3 to 18 from all over the world.
Our mission is surface and inspire each learner’s curiosity, critical thinking, and high expectations for learning, so that they positively impact their family, community, and the world. We believe that strong and sustainable operations are key enablers of excellent learning. As a school community, we are guided by our shared values of Respect, Humility, Courage, and Joy .
We are seeking a collaborative and well-organized Talent Acquisition Associate (80 - 100%) to join our team of four. In this role, you will support the employee journey — from recruitment over onboarding to offboarding — helping create a welcoming and professional experience for our colleagues from around the world.
Start date May or June 2026
Reporting to the Head of Human Resources, you will coordinate standardized onboarding and offboarding processes, collaborate with internal stakeholders, and support employees throughout key transition moments — always in service of the school’s mission and community.
Main Responsibilities
Recruitment with focus on operational employees, tutors, substitute teachers and administrative roles
Screen applications and conduct interviews
Maintain recruitment pipelines and submit required RAV notifications
Manage spontaneous applications and trial days
Organize and support onboarding programmes for new hires
Serve as the main contact person for onboarding related questions
Manage entry processes administratively and track required employment documents
Maintain employee data in the HR system (Abacus)
Coordinate external requirements (e.g., relocations agency, teaching authorization, RAV, immigration office, payroll)
Coordinate offboarding processes in collaboration with the HR Operations team
Prepare reference letters and manage leavers’ documentation
Plan and support exit interviews
Ensure proper knowledge transfer and maintain alumni information
Support the development and implementation of hiring and onboarding/offboarding policies and procedures
Identify opportunities to improve HR processes and employee experience
Contribute to a collaborative HR team culture built on trust, accountability, and partnership
Qualification and Experience
Relevant professional qualification (commercial/administrative background or equivalent)
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in HR administration, recruitment, or coordination roles in Switzerland
Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail
Service-oriented with a growth mindset with the ability to operate effectively in a dynamic school environment
Fluent in German and English
Resilient, flexible, and positive personality with a good sense of humour
We Offer
Varied and interesting tasks in a dynamic, multicultural environment
A meaningful role in a mission-driven, international school environment
Diverse responsibilities across the employee lifecycle
A positive and supportive team and opportunities for professional development
Attractive employment conditions, including:
40-hour work week
Generous vacation policy (6 weeks per year and additional time off over Christmas)
On-site staff cafeteria with varied options, free parking, and convenient public transport access
Competitive remuneration package in line with industry standards
We look forward to receiving your complete application!
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