Audrey Schmied
About Audrey Schmied
Audrey Schmied is an HR Operations Specialist currently working at Nexthink in Lausanne, Switzerland. She has extensive experience in human resources, having held various roles at Ferring Pharmaceuticals and other organizations, along with a strong educational background in management and human resources.
Current Role at Nexthink
Audrey Schmied serves as an HR Operations Specialist at Nexthink, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for coordinating international mobility for employees across the EMEA and META regions. Additionally, she manages payroll preparation and coordination for a workforce of 200 employees. Her work supports the overall HR operations and contributes to the efficiency of the HR department.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Prior to her current role, Audrey Schmied accumulated significant experience in human resources at Ferring Pharmaceuticals. She worked in various capacities including HR Intern in Compensation & Benefits, Junior HR Manager, and HR Generalist from 2013 to 2019. Her responsibilities included analyzing corporate compensation and benefits, supporting HR initiatives, and managing employee relations. She also held a position as an HR Trainee at Medtronic in 2013.
Education and Qualifications
Audrey Schmied has a strong educational background in management and human resources. She obtained a Master of Science (MSc) in Management from HEC Lausanne - School of Business in 2013. Additionally, she studied at Wirtschaftsuniversität Wien, achieving another Master of Science (MSc) in 2012. She furthered her qualifications by completing a Brevet Fédéral as a Spécialiste RH at Romandie Formation from 2019 to 2020 and is currently pursuing a Certificat RH in Gestion des ressources humaines.
Involvement in Student Organizations
Audrey Schmied was actively involved in student organizations during her academic career. She served as Vice-President and Responsable Bal HEC at Comité des Etudiants HEC from 2009 to 2011. In these roles, she contributed to organizing events and enhancing student engagement within the university community. Her involvement reflects her leadership skills and commitment to student affairs.
Professional Development and Skills
Throughout her career, Audrey Schmied has developed a range of skills in human resources, particularly in compensation and benefits management. She supports various projects, including survey participation and salary benchmarking, which are essential for maintaining competitive compensation structures. Her expertise in payroll coordination and international employee mobility further highlights her proficiency in HR operations.