Job Description
Company Description
At CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, physicists and engineers are probing the fundamental structure of the universe. Using the world’s largest and most complex scientific instruments, they study the basic constituents of matter - fundamental particles that are made to collide together at close to the speed of light. The process gives physicists clues about how particles interact, and provides insights into the fundamental laws of nature.
Job Description
Introduction:
Join our HR People eXperience and Engagement team to play a key role in shaping the employee journey at CERN, supporting a diverse community of students, graduates, and staff while navigating a dynamic and evolving environment.
Functions:
- Act as the main HR point of contact for graduate and student populations within your client department(s), providing expert advice and seamless support throughout their contract lifecycle.
- Collaborate closely with HR colleagues to deliver an efficient, responsive, and user-friendly back-office service, handling staff-related actions and queries across key HR processes such as performance management.
- Contribute to an outstanding people experience at CERN by streamlining procedures and continuously improving HR processes and practices.
- Support data-driven decision-making by contributing to reporting and proactively identifying trends or issues at both local and systemic levels.
- Build strong relationships with stakeholders, maintaining open dialogue to continuously enhance services and processes.
- Deliver engaging presentations on HR topics to a variety of audiences, both within and beyond the group.
- Participate in and contribute to HR projects as required.
Qualifications
Higher Administrative diploma or equivalent relevant experience in the field of HR Administration or a related field.
Experience:
- Extensive experience in HR in an international environment requiring multitasking and shifting priorities.
- Experience in assessing HR situations independently, evaluate options and suggest workable solutions, escalating effectively when needed.
Technical competencies:
- Employee relations.
- Customer service.
- Use of office software packages.
Behavioural competencies:
- Communicating Effectively: expressing opinions, ideas and suggestions with conviction and in a logical/structured manner; keeping to the point.
- Working in Teams: contributing to promoting a positive atmosphere in the team through an optimistic and constructive attitude; addressing issues.
- Demonstrating Accountability: maintaining confidentiality.
- Achieving Results: delivering high quality work on time and fulfilling expectations.
- Managing Self: working well autonomously; taking on activities and tasks without prompting.
Language skills:
Spoken and written English, with a commitment to learn French.
Additional Information
Eligibility and closing date:
Diversity has been an integral part of CERN’s mission since its foundation and is an established value of the Organization. Employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We welcome applications from all Member States and Associate Member States.
This vacancy will be filled as soon as possible, and applications should normally reach us no later than 12.06.2026 at 23:59 CEST.
Employment Conditions:
Contract type: Limited duration contract (3 years). Subject to certain conditions, holders of limited-duration contracts may apply for an indefinite position.
Working Hours: 40 hours per week
Job Flexibility: Hybrid
Job grade: 3-4
Job reference: HR-PXE-2026-105-LD
Field of work: Support Services (Finance, HR, Legal, Procurement)
Benchmark Job Title: Process/Services Assistant
Global Benefits
- A competitive salary (tax free), increasing in line with your years of relevant experience.
- 30 days of paid leave per year plus 2 weeks annual closure.
- Coverage by CERN’s comprehensive health insurance scheme (for yourself, your spouse and children), and membership of the CERN Pension Fund.
- Family, child and infant monthly allowances depending on your individual circumstances.
- A relocation package (installation grant, removal, travel expenses) depending on your individual circumstances.
- Possibility to extend your contract up to 8 years + eligibility for indefinite contract tenure.
Overview of CERN - Discover a world where the impossible is made possible!
At CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, we are pushing the frontiers of science and technology. Our groundbreaking work brings together not only physicists but also a diverse range of professionals from engineering, technical, scientific, and administrative fields. Together, we foster an environment where innovation and collaboration thrive.
Every day, we face exciting new challenges and opportunities to contribute to cutting-edge research that shapes our understanding of the universe. We meet these challenges through the diverse perspectives within our teams, ensuring every contribution is valued and driving our shared sense of inclusion and purpose. Diversity is a core value of CERN since its foundation, and it remains central to our mission and continued success.
If you are ready to be part of a dynamic, inclusive community pushing the boundaries of knowledge, CERN is the place where your curiosity and skills can thrive. Be part of our mission to uncover what lies at the heart of the universe! TAKE PART!
More information about us, here: careers.cern
