Anja Halliger
About Anja Halliger
Anja Halliger is the HR Director for Switzerland at VISTRA, where she has worked since 2021. She has a diverse background in human resources, with previous roles at various financial institutions and a strong educational foundation in engineering and human resources management.
Current Role at Vistra
Anja Halliger serves as the HR Director for Switzerland at Vistra, a position she has held since 2021. Based in Zurich, she oversees various human resources functions, focusing on aligning HR strategies with business objectives. Her role involves managing talent acquisition, employee development, and organizational change initiatives to enhance workforce effectiveness.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Anja Halliger has held several significant HR positions prior to her current role. She worked at Privatbank IHAG Zürich as the Leiterin Human Resources from 2020 to 2021. Before that, she was a Senior HR Business Partner at Zürcher Kantonalbank from 2002 to 2010. Additionally, she served as Head of Graduate Recruitment and Talent Development at UBS from 1999 to 2001 and as Head of Graduate Recruitment at ABB from 1995 to 1999.
Educational Background
Anja Halliger has a strong educational foundation in both engineering and human resources. She earned a Master's degree in Food Science and Technology from ETH Zürich, where she studied from 1986 to 1991. She also obtained a Master's degree in Engineering/Industrial Management from ETH Zürich from 1997 to 1999. Furthermore, she completed a Master of Advanced Studies in Human Resources Management at the University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland FHNW from 2007 to 2008.
Expertise in HR and Project Management
Anja Halliger possesses extensive experience in both operational and strategic HR roles, particularly within the finance and industrial sectors. She has a strong background in project management, focusing on employer branding and recruitment. Her expertise includes managing trainee programs and talent management initiatives, as well as setting up international branches and managing organizational change.
Knowledge of HR Systems and Remuneration Strategies
Anja Halliger has significant knowledge and experience with HR systems and remuneration strategies. Her work has involved developing and implementing effective HR policies that support organizational goals. This expertise enables her to contribute to the overall effectiveness of human resource management within the organizations she has been part of.