Mike Schmidt
HR Director
Richterswil,Zurich
Summary
Passionate & strategic-thinking Human Resources Director offering over 15 years of management experience and development of high-performing teams through recruitment, training, organizational development, and evaluation of performance. Strong record of accomplishment working with senior managers to build organization to meet performance goals. Strong background in local and global HR M&A, setting up benefits, dealing with complex and sensitive employee cases, developing employee policies, and working with executive team to develop talent acquisition and retention goals.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
15
15
Years of Management experience
Work History
HR Generalist
Freelancer
2024.01 - Current
- Ad interim HR Management
- HR Project work for companies
Human Capital Director
Vialto Partners
2022.05 - 2023.03
- Building up and lead a team of 5 HR Business Partners across EMEA,
- Building up a new HR Organization globally as well as EMEA wide,
- Setting up regional benefits, social security schemes and workers councils for EMEA with 26 countries
Human Capital Director/Project leader
PwC AG
2021.07 - 2022.04
- Preparing global deal between PwC and CD&R including due diligence activities, communication strategies and change management activities for affected team in Switzerland,
- Setting up and negotiation of global benefits contracts for 41 countries (insurance, pension, ancillary benefits) for standalone solutions,
- Preparing solutions to build up a global HR Organization with HR professionals across the globe
Human Capital Director PwC Europe
PwC
2018.10 - 2021.06
- Define and implement People strategy for Tax & Legal Services across 6 European territories
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
Human Capital Director Advisory, Tax & Legal
PwC
2016.07 - 2021.06
- Leading a HC Business Partner Team of 8 people
- Member of the Tax & Legal as well as the Advisory Executive Leadership Team
- Defining & implementing people strategy for Advisory and Tax and Legal Service in Switzerland
Human Capital Leader for Tax & Legal Division
PwC
2012.01 - 2016.06
- Leading a HR Business Partner Team of 8 HR professionals, Responsible for 700 employees in the Tax division
- Advice and coach Tax & Legal Executive members in regards of people topics, Member of the Tax & Legal Executive Leadership Team
- Defining and implementing the HR Strategy and HR priorities within the division
Senior Human Capital Business Partner
PwC
2007.08 - 2011.12
- Senior HR Business Partner and people adviser for various groups of tax advisers, global mobility specialists, payroll and IT specialists on a Swiss wide level with executing and implementing HR policies and initiatives, retention, leadership coaching, talent management, recruitment, remuneration & benefits, performance management
- Implemented cost-saving initiatives, resulting in significant reduction in operational expenses.
- Managed cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality projects on time and within budget.
HR Manager
Universitätsspital
2002.06 - 2007.07
- Managed employee relations, investigating and resolving conflicts to maintain a positive work environment.
- Implemented performance management systems, providing constructive feedback and coaching opportunities for employees.
- Oversaw payroll functions, ensuring accuracy while maintaining strict confidentiality standards for sensitive employee information.
- Collaborated closely with department heads in executing strategic workforce planning initiatives that aligned human capital resources with company goals.
HR & Office Manager
Steigenberger Hotel
1999.11 - 2002.05
- Maintained compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws by staying current on regulations and adjusting company practices accordingly.
- Increased operational efficiency through the implementation of streamlined administrative processes and procedures.
- Evaluated office procedures periodically for improvement opportunities, making recommendations to management when appropriate for increased efficiency and effectiveness.
- Administered benefits programs, ensuring employees were well-informed about their options and enrollment process.
Bookkeeper
Steigenberger Hotel
1998.11 - 1999.10
- Maintained and processed invoices, deposits, and money logs.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable activities, maintaining vendor relationships and positive cash flow.
- Handled payroll processing for employees, ensuring timely payment and adherence to tax regulations.
- Monitored incoming payments from clients, ensuring prompt application of funds against outstanding invoices.
Night Auditor
Steigenberger Hotel
1997.12 - 1998.10
- Completed night audit for guest ledgers to close bank and cash registers, reconciling issues quickly, and marking discrepancies.
- Oversaw night auditing of daily room occupancy and hotel revenue.
- Controlled cash and credit card payment transactions at front desk to successfully reduce errors.
- Kept accounts in balance and ran daily reports to verify totals.
Receptionist
Hotel Schreiberhof
1996.08 - 1997.11
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
- Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
Demi Chef de rang
Maritim Hotel
1995.09 - 1996.07
Commis de cuisine
Hotel Schweizerhof
1994.10 - 1995.06
Commis de cuisine
Parkhotel Zurzach
1993.11 - 1994.09
Education
Accredited Coach ICF planned accreditation Dec. 24 - Coaching, Switzerland
International Coach Federation ICF
International Coach Federation12.2024
Master of Advanced Study - Human Resources Management
HWZ
Zurich, Switzerland01.2014
International Leadership Program - Organizational Leadership
PwC Academy
PwC Europe05.2012
Federal Diploma HR Manager - HR Management
KS Kaderschulen
Zurich, Switzerland06.2010
Federal Diploma HR Expert - Human Resources Management
NbW
Zurich, Switzerland10.2004
Apprenticeship - Apprenticeship As Cook
Vocational School
Geislingen An Der Steige, , Switzerland06.1993
Skills
Strategic Planning & Execution
Change Management
Operational Excellence
Talent Management
Performance management
Leadership development
Excellent communication
Strong Leadership capabilities
Solution oriented problem solver
Active listener
Hands-on Manager
Strong team player and critical thinker
HR policies and procedures
Talent Acquisition
HR analytics
Diversity and Inclusion
Accomplishments
- Designing and implementing a new global performance management process to streamline processes across the globe and saving management time
- Defining & implementing requirements, and workflows for the new HRIS Workday for the new company together with global teams to manage and save people costs and management time
- Defining & implementing people strategy for Advisory and Tax and Legal Service in Switzerland
- Successfully designed and implemented a development program with coaching elements for Managers and Senior Managers to become T-Shape consultants.
- Leading successful HR Business Partner Teams of up to 8 HR professionals in Switzerland and across EMEA
Languages
German
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Intermediate (B1)
Activities And Hobbies
- Gardening -to see results when caring
- Cooking and hosting guests - my passion for people
- Mountain hiking - to expand my limits and enjoy the world
- Traveling - to experience new cultures
- Reading - from novels over news up to science articles
It Skills
- SuccessFactors
- Workday
- MS 365
- Google suite
- Microsoft PowerBI
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 04/17/1973
- Nationality: Swiss & German
Hobbies
- Gardening - to see results when caring
- Cooking and hosting guests - my passion for people
- Mountain hiking - to expand my limits and enjoy the world
- ·Traveling - to experience new cultures
- Reading - from novels over news up to science articles
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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MS365
Google Suite
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Timeline
HR Generalist
Freelancer
2024.01 - Current
Human Capital Director
Vialto Partners
2022.05 - 2023.03
Human Capital Director/Project leader
PwC AG
2021.07 - 2022.04
Human Capital Director PwC Europe
PwC
2018.10 - 2021.06
Human Capital Director Advisory, Tax & Legal
PwC
2016.07 - 2021.06
Human Capital Leader for Tax & Legal Division
PwC
2012.01 - 2016.06
Senior Human Capital Business Partner
PwC
2007.08 - 2011.12
HR Manager
Universitätsspital
2002.06 - 2007.07
HR & Office Manager
Steigenberger Hotel
1999.11 - 2002.05
Bookkeeper
Steigenberger Hotel
1998.11 - 1999.10
Night Auditor
Steigenberger Hotel
1997.12 - 1998.10
Receptionist
Hotel Schreiberhof
1996.08 - 1997.11
Demi Chef de rang
Maritim Hotel
1995.09 - 1996.07
Commis de cuisine
Hotel Schweizerhof
1994.10 - 1995.06
Commis de cuisine
Parkhotel Zurzach
1993.11 - 1994.09
Accredited Coach ICF planned accreditation Dec. 24 - Coaching, Switzerland
International Coach Federation ICF
Master of Advanced Study - Human Resources Management
HWZ
International Leadership Program - Organizational Leadership
PwC Academy
Federal Diploma HR Manager - HR Management
KS Kaderschulen
Federal Diploma HR Expert - Human Resources Management
NbW
Apprenticeship - Apprenticeship As Cook
Vocational School