Senior Human Resources Specialist

COFCO International is a global agri-business with a clear vision, strong values and a positive culture, focused on being a leader in the global grains, oilseeds and sugar supply chains. We provide the food the world needs in a responsible way. Headquartered is Geneva, Switzerland, we are ambitious, with the right structures and culture to meet the world's increasing and changing needs. With 11,000+ people in 35 countries, our global portfolio includes assets across the Americas, Europe, Africa, Middle East, and Asia-Pacific. We trade with over 50 nations, while providing farmers unique direct access to the growing Chinese market.

COFCO International is looking for a dynamic person to join the Human Resources team as a Senior HR Specialist.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with HR Manager to design and implement HR strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Oversee and enhance onboarding processes, ensuring a seamless integration of new hires into the company culture.
• Manage, audit, and improve HR policies, ensuring compliance with legal and organizational requirements.
• Design and deliver training initiatives for workforce upskilling, including leadership development programs.
• Lead intercompany transfers, including VISA processing, relocation policies, and expatriate assignments.
• Supervise payroll processes, ensuring accuracy and alignment with local and international regulations.
• Drive performance management frameworks and provide strategic input to align with business goals.
• Lead initiatives for employee engagement, diversity and inclusion, and organizational wellbeing.
• Manage and deliver high-impact HR projects, such as implementing Inspiring Benefits, Flexible Benefits policies, and systems upgrades.
• Use data insights to drive decision-making and improve HR processes.
• Coach and mentor junior HR team members, fostering knowledge-sharing and professional development.

What does it take to be successful in this role:

• University degree in Human Resources or related areas.
• 5–6 years of proven experience in HR roles, including strategic responsibilities, preferably within multinational organizations or SSC environments.
• Proficiency in HR technology and tools, such as SAP SuccessFactors, and advanced skills in Microsoft Excel (e.g., data analysis, pivot tables).
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Proven expertise in HR compliance, employment law, and organizational development strategies.
• Strong analytical mindset with demonstrated success in using data to support decision-making and improve HR functions.
• Proven experience in managing multiple priorities and meeting tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Fluency in English (both spoken and written); additional languages are an advantage.
• Proactive, solution-oriented, and resilient, with a track record of delivering results in complex environments.
 

We kindly request that you submit your CV in English.

COFCO International is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.   www.cofcointernational.com

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