Head of Future Readiness & Health (80-100%, all genders)

Shared Leadership possible - please apply as a "couple"

Shape what's next! Join the Human Resources Department of SWISS as Head of Future Readiness & Health and lead a pioneering HR function dedicated to building tomorrow's workforce today. In times of rapid transformation, you'll ensure our people stay skilled, ready for change and healthy.

Starting date: February 01, 2025 or upon agreement

You may apply in English or German. 

Facts

  • Location

    Zürich/Kloten

  • Employment level

    Direct entry

  • Function

    HR

  • Working time

    Full-time or part-time

  • Salary

    Middle Management

  • Publishing date

    10-07-2025

  • Application deadline

    10-13-2025

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Lead our new Center of Expertise in translating strategic insights into impactful programs. Drive Future Readiness and Health initiatives that empower our workforce to thrive in an evolving aviation landscape while ensuring sustainable employability.

  • Develop and evolve comprehensive strategies for Workforce Planning, Learning & Development, Future Skills, Talent Management and Change initiatives
  • Design and steer the company-wide Health strategy, including Case Management and Ground Duty for flying staff, in strong collaboration with Medical Services, Occupational Safety & Health and external partners.
  • Translate business needs and HR analytics into actionable concepts, programs, and scalable solutions implemented across the organization
  • Drive portfolio management, prioritization, evaluation, and success measurement of all Future Readiness and Health programs
  • Lead a team of approximately 7 professionals, providing strategic direction and operational excellence
Contact

Katja Hassler

Human Resources
Swiss International Air Lines AG

E-mail address for inquiries
recruiting.services@swiss.com

Attractive company pension scheme, Subsidized parking or public transport, Company health management, Flight benefits, Remote working (e.g. from home), Flexible workhours and part-time working models, Diversity programmes, Paid maternity and paternity leave

Creating a bright future for SWISS

As a member of our corporate team, you are the backbone of SWISS. This is where all threads come together. At the same time, you always look ahead. Helping to shape the answer to our most important question. What is the future of aviation? We welcome you in an inspiring team and a vibrant industry.

Stay curious, strive for continuous improvement

Grow personally by tackling challenging tasks, taking on increased responsibilities, and engaging in valuable exchanges. Professionally, those eager to develop will find numerous opportunities within SWIS or the broader group, ready to seize new chances and advance their careers.

Together, we fly

We connect cultures and create unique experiences. With exceptional crews in the air and a strong foundation on ground. We are a unity, yet many characters. Carrying Switzerland closer to the world. And the world closer to us. We genuinely want our guests to have a great time travelling with us.

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The leading airline of Switzerland

With one of Europe’s most advanced aircraft fleets, SWISS is a premium airline that provides direct flights from Zurich and Geneva. As a member of the Lufthansa Group, SWISS drives sustainable aviation for our guests, employees and society,  society, offering that distinctive SWISS experience.

You're a strategic HR leader with deep expertise in strategic workforce planning, transformation, talent development, and health management. Your ability to connect business insights with innovative HR solutions makes complex change tangible and successful

  • Master's degree in a relevant field of study
  • Proven track record in developing and implementing HR strategies, particularly in Workforce Planning, Talent Management, Learning & Development, Future Skills and Health Management
  • Analytical mindset to translate People Analytics, health KPIs, and skill gap data into innovative HR approaches
  • Extensive experience designing, steering, and scaling HR programs with strong project and portfolio management skills
  • Demonstrated expertise in Change Management and cultural transformation in complex environments
  • Outstanding stakeholder management skills across internal and external partners and with C-level communication proficiency
  • Leadership experience with strong coaching, empowerment, and development capabilities
  • Fluent in German and English
About Swiss International Air Lines AG

Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) is Switzerland’s leading air carrier. With one of Europe’s most advanced aircraft fleets, SWISS is a premium airline that provides direct flights from Zurich and Geneva to keep Switzerland connected with Europe and the world. Its Swiss WorldCargo division offers an extensive range of airport-to-airport airfreight services for high-value, time-critical and care-intensive consignments. SWISS embodies Switzerland’s traditional values and is dedicated to delivering the highest product and service quality. The company has also set itself ambitious CO2 goals, and plans to halve its 2019 net CO2 emissions by 2030 and make its business and operations entirely carbon-neutral by 2050, particularly by promoting the use of sustainable aviation fuels. SWISS is part of the Lufthansa Group, and is also a member of Star Alliance, the world’s biggest airline network.

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