Astrid Hiestand
About Astrid Hiestand
Astrid Hiestand is a seasoned HR professional currently serving as Teamleiterin HR Operations Specialist at UBS and HR-Generalist at Spital Thurgau AG. She has extensive experience in various roles within the HR and operations sectors, complemented by a strong educational background in business and human resources.
Current Role at UBS
Astrid Hiestand serves as Teamleiterin HR Operations Specialist at UBS since 2015. In this role, she oversees various HR operations, ensuring efficient processes and effective management of human resources. Her position is located at UBS's office in Zürich, Europaallee 21. With nearly a decade of experience in this role, she has developed a comprehensive understanding of HR practices within the financial services sector.
Previous Experience at UBS Wealth Management
Before her current role, Hiestand worked at UBS Wealth Management from 2006 to 2012 as Sachbearbeiterin Wertschriften, Infomanagement, Corporate Action Funds. During her six years in Zürich-Altstetten, she gained valuable experience in securities management and corporate actions, contributing to her expertise in financial operations.
Education and Professional Development
Hiestand has pursued extensive education in business and human resources. She studied at NBW Betriebstwirtschaftliche Weiterbildung, achieving Personal-Assistentin in 2016 and Personal-Fachfrau in 2017. Additionally, she completed a CAS in Arbeitsrecht at ZHAW Zurich University of Applied Sciences in 2022. Her educational background also includes a diploma as Betriebswirtschafterin HF from WISS Schulen für Wirtschaft Informatik Immobilien, completed in 2011.
Experience in HR and Management Roles
In addition to her role at UBS, Hiestand has worked as an HR-Generalist at Spital Thurgau AG since 2018. Her previous positions include Backoffice Leiterin & Berufsbildnerin at Schindler Aufzüge AG in 2013-2014 and Verkausfberaterin für Zahnärzte at Dentsply De Trey from 2003 to 2005. These roles have contributed to her skills in management, training, and client relations.
Comprehensive Training Background
Hiestand's training includes various certifications and courses. She completed a Berufsbildnerkurs in 2013 and attended Bénédict International Education Group for Handelsschule from 2002 to 2003. Additionally, she studied at WISS Schulen für Wirtschaft Informatik Immobilien, where she achieved KS Führungsfachfrau in 2009. Her diverse educational background supports her professional roles in HR and management.