Human Resources Generalist

High-quality fresh chocolate - that's what the Swiss chocolate manufacturer Läderach stands for. Founded in 1962, the family business now employs over 2500 people from more than 80 countries across the group, and the trend is rising. The company's headquarters are located in the canton of Glarus. Here, against a picturesque Alpine backdrop, we produce our fresh chocolates and are constantly developing new, innovative ideas in agile teams.

Our Corporate Functions business unit encompasses a wide range of activities. Alongside our Finance and IT Services, Global Marketing and Sales Management as well as Human Resources are also located here. Fresh ideas are developed here every day, and together we turn them into success stories. Personal responsibility and networked work are particularly important to us. Want to be part of it too? Come and join us.

HR Generalist

The HR Generalist at Läderach North America will support critical HR functions across the US, Canada and Puerto Rico, with a strong focus on HRIS maintenance, recruiting, and onboarding. Reporting to the Human Resources Business Partner TX, this full-time, on-site role is based in our Dallas, Texas office. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, excellent HRIS skills, and a keen interest in expanding their HR knowledge.

What you can expect

• You support and coordinate policies, processes, training, initiatives, and surveys to meet the organization’s human resources, compliance, and strategic needs.


• You maintain HR files on SharePoint, ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements.


• You continuously review and process incoming documents in UKG, our HRIS system, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.


• You assist with the recruitment process, including managing requisitions, screening resumes, scheduling interviews, and updating the recruitment dashboard.


• You own the end-to-end onboarding process, including tracking candidate progress and facilitating New Hire Orientation.


• You prepare and manage various HR correspondence and respond to employee inquiries.


• You provide administrative support to the HR team, including filing, data entry, and updating employee records.


• You perform other duties as required.

What we expect from you

• You have 3-5 years of Human Resources Generalist experience.


• You have experience in Retail or Hospitality within a multi-unit and/or multi-state setting.


• You preferably have a degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.


• You have HR certification, PHR, or SHRM (preferred but not required).


• You have strong organizational and time management skills.


• You have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• You are proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and HRIS systems.


• You have knowledge of UKG (a plus).


• You can handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism.


• You have a proactive and positive attitude with a willingness to learn.

What we offer you

• Competitive Pay 


• Medical-80% contribution by Laderach of Employee only plan and 50% contribution by Laderach of Family Coverage plan (s)


• Dental


• Vision 100% covered by Laderach


• Life-Laderach covers up to $25k of Life Insurance (option to go up to $150k)


• Optional 401(k) enrollment


• Employee assistance program


• An exciting working environment with motivated colleagues


• A position with lots of personal responsibility


• The opportunity to contribute fresh ideas


• An open and respectful feedback culture


• In-house and further external training


• Unique career opportunities


• Generous discounts on our products


• Chocolate at work


• Free parking spaces

Own it. Grow it. Make it fresh.

Sounds interesting? Then come join us.  Jennifer Kassaras, Recruiting and Onboarding Manager linkedin.com/in/jennifer-kassaras-b52b2144 will be happy to answer your questions. You can also visit our career site: My Job Search

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All openings are filled based on qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law. Our success and momentum to expand is only possible through the passionate drive of our diverse 2,500 employees, who come from more than 80 countries and represent various backgrounds, religious beliefs, and lifestyles.