Requisition ID: 18588
Location:
Zug, CH, 6300
Pay Type:
Holcim is the leading partner for sustainable construction, creating value across the built environment from infrastructure and industry to buildings. Headquartered in Zug, Switzerland, Holcim has more than 48,000 employees in 45 attractive markets – across Europe, Latin America, Asia, Middle East & Africa. Holcim offers high-value end-to-end Building Materials and Building Solutions, from foundations and flooring to roofing and walling – powered by premium brands including ECOPlanet, ECOPact, and ECOCycle®. Find out more at www.holcim.com
WHO IS HOLCIM?
As a global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions, Holcim is enabling greener cities, smarter infrastructure and improving living standards around the world. With sustainability at the core of our strategy, we are becoming a net-zero company, with our people and communities at the heart of our success. We are driving circular construction as a world leader in recycling to build more with less. It’s all thanks to our 70,000 talented people around the world who are passionate about building progress for people and the planet through four business segments: Cement, Ready-Mix Concrete, Aggregates and Solutions & Products.
WHO ARE HOLCIM PEOPLE
Holcim people are passionate about finding better ways to build. They embrace innovation and improvement with a pioneering spirit. They work as trusted partners, creating better solutions and experiences for their customers, communities, and colleagues.
About Holcim
As a global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions, Holcim is enabling greener cities, smarter infrastructure, and improved living standards around the world. With sustainability at the core of our strategy, we are becoming a net-zero company, with our people and communities at the heart of our success. We are driving circular construction as a world leader in recycling to build more with less. Together with our 45,000 talented and passionate people around the world, we are building progress for people and the planet through four business segments: Cement, Ready-Mix Concrete, Aggregates, and Solutions & Products.
Role Overview
At Holcim, we are on a mission to build progress for people and the planet. As the International Mobility Manager, you will play a vital role in this journey by ensuring our people are empowered to make an impact wherever they are needed most. Based at our headquarters in Zug, you will actively support the operational setup and execution of our newly established Global Employment Company (GEC) in Switzerland, working under the direction of the Group Head of International Mobility. This role offers an exciting blend of build and operation: you will help translate strategic GEC framework designs into smooth, day-to-day operational processes, while managing complex international assignment lifecycles.
Responsibilities
GEC Setup Support: Support the Head of International Mobility in operationalizing the new Zug GEC, assisting with the rollout of assignment workflows, administrative governance, and functional handoffs.
Assignment Lifecycle Management: Oversee the full international assignment lifecycle, acting as a primary operational contact for assignees and Corporate/Country People Partners - partnering closely with Talent Management to support seamless repatriation, career continuation, and succession pipeline integration.
Compliance Execution: Coordinate with external tax, immigration, and legal advisors to execute compliance requirements, leveraging Swiss posting frameworks and A1 protocols for assigned pools.
Compensation & Payroll Cycles: Support the annual compensation cycle for international assignees, coordinating salary reviews, shadow payroll data delivery, and balance sheet recalculations (COLA, hypothetical tax, etc.).
Vendor Delivery: Maintain day-to-day operational relationships with external vendors (tax, immigration, relocation), monitoring service levels, invoice processing, and operational quality.
Policy Guidelines & Documentation: Assist in drafting operational guidelines, standard operational procedures, and employee communications that reflect updated mobility policies and GEC framework updates.
Your Profile
Education / Qualification
Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, International Law, or an equivalent professional qualification
Experience
5 - 8 years of experience managing complex international mobility portfolios within a global, decentralized organization.
Previous exposure to or practical experience working within a GEC structure is considered as a plus.
Strong track record in expatriate payroll coordination, shadow payrolls, and tax equalization cycles.
Demonstrated experience in cross-functional project coordination, successfully collaborating with internal stakeholders (Finance, Legal, Payroll, Local HR) to support organizational or process changes.
Knowledge & Skills
Strong knowledge of international tax, immigration, and employment law, with the ability to translate regulations into clear, actionable advice for the business
Proven project management skills in a multi-faceted, global and multi-functional setup
Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, combined with excellent organizational and analytical skills to manage complex, multi-layered projects
Uncompromising ethics and discretion in handling sensitive executive compensation and personal data, combined with high analytical accuracy
Language Requirements
Strong command of English
Additional languages such as German, French or Spanish are considered a plus
Benefits
Hybrid work contract
Family Support: Subsidized child care and paid maternity/paternity leave
Professional Growth: Company-sponsored training and professional development.
Discounts and Perks: Subsidized meals, exclusive discounts, and company gifts for special occasions.
Long-service awards
Employee referral bonus
Pension and Savings: Access to a comprehensive pension fund and an employee savings scheme.
Holcim is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We support equal opportunities for everyone, regardless of race, national origin, gender, sexuality, disability, or age.
Important Notice: Holcim recruiters only contact candidates via official @[holcim.com] email addresses. We do not use Gmail or any other non-Holcim domains to conduct recruitment processes. Please verify the sender address before responding."
Do you want to work in an international and dynamic working environment with attractive benefits? We are looking for colleagues to join our team to build progress for people and the planet.
Please submit your CV, a motivation letter and relevant documents with information on the career portal. No agencies can be considered.
