HR Generalist at Essence Investment AG in Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland

Portfolio company - Marry Jane

About us

At Marry Jane, we are dedicated to delivering the highest quality cannabis products, ensuring excellence and sustainability in every offering. Our journey began in 2017, where we have perfected the art of cannabis cultivation. We take pride in operating the largest and most modern indoor cultivation facility in Europe, encompassing an impressive 15,000 square meters, located in Breitenbach, Switzerland. Our products, ranging from award-winning CBD flowers to premium oils and innovative vaporizer pods, are meticulously crafted to meet stringent quality standards. We believe in transparency and trust, nurturing our plants under optimal conditions to produce items that not only taste exceptional but also enhance well-being. As pioneers and innovators in the cannabis industry, we invite you to join us and experience the world of cannabis at its finest.

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We are looking for an HR Generalist, who will provide end-to-end human resources support at our Swiss production facility. This role is ideal for an adaptable self-starter who can manage all core HR activities independently in a dynamic, fast-growing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all HR operations at the production site, including talent acquisition, onboarding, employee relations, payroll administration, and compliance

• Advise line managers and staff on HR policies, employment law, and best practices in the regulated cannabis sector

• Manage HR documentation, records, and data according to Swiss labor law and internal standards

• Implement initiatives to support employee engagement, health, safety, and well-being

• Coordinate staff training and skills development initiatives

• Support performance management, feedback, and appraisal processes

• Act as the primary point of contact for HR-related queries and issues at the production facility

• Minimum 1 year of experience as the sole HR professional at an agriculture, production or manufacturing facility in Switzerland

• Fluency in English and German

• Strong knowledge of Swiss employment law, industrial relations, and workplace safety

• Ability to manage diverse tasks autonomously with a solution-oriented approach

Preferred Qualifications

• An HRSE or an HR Fachfrau/Fachmann diploma

• Experience in regulated industries, ideally cannabis, FMCG or pharmaceuticals

• Full-time, onsite work in Breitenbach, Solothurn Canton, Switzerland — accessible by train via Basel and nearby stations in Laufen and Zwingen