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Viking

BASEL OFFICE - HR Coordinator

Viking
Switzerland · Full-time · Entry

Viking was founded in 1997 and provides destination-focused voyages on oceans, rivers and lakes around the world. Designed for experienced travelers with interests in science, history, culture and cuisine, Chairman Torstein Hagen often says Viking offers experiences for The Thinking Person®.

Viking has more than 250 awards to its name, including being rated #1 for Rivers, #1 for Oceans and #1 for Expeditions by Condé Nast Traveler and voted at the top of its categories by Travel + Leisure. No other cruise line has ever received these same honors by both publications at the same time.

Please note that we can only accept applicants who are eligible to work in Switzerland or in possession of a valid work permit.

Role Description

  • The HR Coordinator is ultimately responsible for all HR-related activities in a clearly defined set of vessels (operation).
  • Moreover, the HR Coordinator is the core HR partner to the Senior Officers onboard of the ships within the Operation Area and acts as an adviser in HR-related matters.
  • The HR Coordinator reports to the Director of Human Resources.

Key Responsibilities

  • Administer the fleet-wide planning of key roles (with the “Tour Director” in focus)
  • Be the first point of contact for freelancers working in land-based positions
  • Manage the payment processing for freelancers and coordinate between HR and Finance
  • Act as employee relations agent for assigned area to ensure compliance
  • Control staff satisfaction and initiate action to improve in coordination with operations
  • Support responsible Operation Managers with deployment of management positions
  • Coordinate staff planning process at beginning of season together with Core Team
  • Coordinate employee performance review activities in area
  • Support the onboard management with the HR administration
  • Support the recruiting team with recruiting events
  • Support the trainings department during the Season Start Training
  • Conduct location visits to support the Tour Directors

Key Qualifications

  • Fluency in English (written and verbal), German or any other language is an advantage
  • Excellent computer knowledge (MS Office, Excel), administrative experience
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills
  • Ability to work independently, service-oriented and guest focused
  • International experience / experience on a ship is an asset
  • Positive personality, organized, flexible, team player, creative, stress resistant and resilient

COMMUNITY & CULTURE

  • Fast-growing and dynamic environment, a modern workspace, flexible working hours

How To Apply

Please apply via our website www.vikingcareers.com , including your CV in English and a one-page cover letter to introduce yourself and your interest for the role.

For more details about this position, contact us under +41 61 638 60 11

*Unsolicited submissions of candidates from agencies will not be considered*

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Posted
Jun 18, 2025
Type
Full-time
Level
Entry
Location
Basel
Company
Viking

Industries

Travel Arrangements

Categories

Human Resources

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