HR Specialist

Crypto Finance Group, part of Deutsche Börse Group, provides professional digital asset solutions to institutional clients. The Group comprises Crypto Finance AG, regulated by FINMA in Switzerland, offering trading, custody, and wallet services, as well as Crypto Finance (Deutschland) GmbH, regulated by BaFin in Germany, offering trading and custody services. In January 2025, Crypto Finance secured a MiCAR license for the European market as one of the first providers in the EU. Crypto Finance AG is a SIX-approved crypto custodian for ETP issuers.

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We are currently looking for a hands-on and service-oriented HR professional who also enjoys recruitment to join our small HR team in a dynamic, fast-growing environment. The ideal candidate enjoys broad operational HR work, likes being involved in recruitment activities, takes ownership, and supports the business with accuracy, discretion, and a positive mindset. The starting date is as soon as possible at our office on the 24th floor of the Prime Tower in Zurich.

Responsibilities

• HR Administration: Manage end-to-end HR administration across the employee lifecycle, including employee data management, sickness and accident notifications, onboarding and offboarding support, HR inquiries, reference letters, and monthly reporting 
• Recruitment: End-to-end coordination of recruitment activities, including drafting and managing job advertisements, close alignment with hiring managers, interview coordination, candidate communication, feedback documentation, reference checks, and support of background screening; ensure complete and up-to-date candidate and new joiner files 
• Payroll Support: Perform four-eye reviews, respond to payroll-related inquiries, and liaise with external payroll providers 
• HR Systems & Tools: Administer and maintain HR systems (e.g., Personio, Workable), ensuring high data quality and independently implementing system updates and improvements 
• Budget Administration: Support HR budget management, including invoice processing, tracking of costs, and coordination with Finance and external partners 
• HR Projects & General Support: Provide administrative and organizational support across a broad range of HR topics and projects, taking ownership of assigned initiatives as required 
• Internal & External Reporting: Support HR reporting processes, manage stakeholder inquiries, and ensure timely administrative follow-ups. Execute daily activities with a high degree of diligence, accuracy, and attention to detail, maintaining organized records and documentation that ensure continuous audit readiness and compliance with internal controls. 

Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience in HR Services / HR Administration or a similar operational HR role  
• Proven recruitment expertise, coupled with a proactive, ownership-driven approach to managing the full recruitment lifecycle, particularly for technology and technical specialist roles 
• Completed HR-related education, training, or equivalent practical HR experience 
• Excellent German and English skills (English required at business level)  
• Proactive, solution-oriented mindset with the ability to take responsibility and work independently in a broad and versatile HR role  
• Strong interpersonal skills and confidence in actively approaching and supporting stakeholders across the organization  
• Discreet, trustworthy, and professional with a high sense of responsibility  
• Strong IT skills, ideally with hands-on experience in HR software (e.g., Personio, Workable) and MS Office  
• Structured, hands-on working style with attention to detail and a strong service mindset 

Benefits

• Be part of an international, fast-paced blockchain and fintech team led by experienced professionals
• Shape the future of finance while working at the cutting edge of B2B digital asset solutions
• Contribute to a collaborative, entrepreneurial culture with flat hierarchies
• Take on meaningful responsibility with room for learning and professional growth
• Gain deep industry insights and make a tangible impact
• Join regular company-wide meetings, knowledge-sharing sessions, and team events
• Enjoy a modern and central workplace in Zurich with top-tier infrastructure

Our culture

At the heart of our company, we prioritize:

• Innovation and Continuous Learning
• Collaboration and Knowledge Sharing
• Entrepreneurial Spirit and Flat Hierarchies
• Values such as Excellence, Delivery, Ownership, Passion, and Unity

Please note:

• We do not accept CVs from recruiting or staffing agencies.
• Due to the Swiss labor legislation, we can only accept applicants who have the right to work in Switzerland (are in possession of a Swiss work permit or are EU/EFTA citizens). All other applications will not be considered.
• If this is the position for you, and you have a Swiss work permit and/or EU citizenship, please send us your complete application, incl. cover letter, CV, and references.