Hello, I'm Severine B.
I’m a strategic HR consultant and career coach with 20+ years of experience supporting companies and individuals across Switzerland and international markets. My work focuses on transforming HR into a true business partner, strengthening compliance, optimizing talent, and driving people-centered growth. Through HR Graff Consulting GmbH, I offer tailored solutions in HR Transformation & Interim Management, HR Best Practices & Compliance, HR Tech & AI-Powered Solution including End-to-End HR Consulting as well as Career Coaching & Talent Strategy to help professionals transition, grow, and thrive. Multilingual (EN/FR/DE/RU), I bring cross-cultural fluency, discretion, and a high level of personal engagement to every project I support.
Details
- LocationSwitzerland
- Years of Relevant Experience20+ years
- Seniority LevelDirector
- Highest Level of EducationMasters
Current / Most Recent Job Title
Strategic HR Consultant | HR Tech & Career Coach | Multilingual (EN/FR/DE/RU)
Current / Most Recent Employment
As a trusted freelance HR consultant and career coach, I support clients through HR Graff Consulting GmbH, my boutique firm dedicated to delivering impactful, people-driven HR solutions. With over 20 years of international experience, I help organizations strengthen their HR strategy, navigate transformation, and ensure compliance with Swiss and global standards. I also coach professionals at all career stages, helping them clarify goals, enhance visibility, and succeed in transitions. My services span HR transformation, interim management, workforce planning, and career strategy, tailored to each client’s context and culture. I work across finance, tech, Web3, logistics, and NGOs.
Industry
- Administrative and Support Services
- Consumer Services
- Education
- Entertainment Providers
- Financial Services
- Holding Companies
- Oil, Gas, and Mining
- Professional Services
- Technology, Information and Media
- Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
Specific Jurisdictions That I'm Qualified In or Can Cover
Language(s)
- English, United States
- English, United Kingdom
- French, France
- French, Switzerland
- German, Germany
- Russian, Russia
Professional Membership / Certification
European Master’s Degree in HR Management, major in Recruitment/Talent Acquisition HR Transformation Certificate, Cornell University (USA)—2019 Hiring Success Certification, SmartRecruiters—2023 Coaching Across Cultures, International Coaching Federation Switzerland—2022 Human Resources—Behavior and Diversity in the Workplace, Alison Online—2021 Organizational Change—Managing and Supporting Employees, Alison Online—2021 Emotional Intelligence & Career Engagement in the Workplace, Alison Online—2021 Introduction to Modern HRM, Alison Online—2021 Member of Swiss HR Community - ongoing Multilingual for Business & HR— Fluent in English, French, German, and Russian
Skills
💼 HR Strategy & Leadership Strategic HR Management & Business Partnering HR Transformation & Interim HR Leadership Organizational Development & Change Management HR Policy Design, Implementation & Compliance HR Budgeting, Planning & Performance Frameworks 👥 Talent Management & Career Development Talent Acquisition & Recruitment (End-to-End) Executive Search & Succession Planning Career Coaching, Transition & Outplacement Support Employee Engagement, Feedback & Retention Programs Leadership Development & Team Coaching 📊 HR Operations & Systems HRIS & Technology: SAP HR, Oracle PeopleSoft, BambooHR, Abacus, Sage, Workday Payroll & Compensation Structuring (Swiss and international) Employee Life Cycle Management & Appraisals GDPR, KYC & Background Check Compliance Process Digitization & HR Automation 🤝 Core Competencies Interpersonal Communication & Relationship Management Coaching, Mentorship & Team Leadership Global & Cultural Effectiveness Ethical Practice & Professional Integrity Analytical & Strategic Problem Solving Emotional Intelligence & Adaptability Cross-Cultural Communication & Global Mobility Support Multilingual & Cross-Border Expertise
Areas of Professional Interest
HR Transformation & Strategic HR Leadership Interim HR Management & Agile HR Support Talent Acquisition, Employer Branding & Onboarding Career Coaching, Transition Planning & Outplacement Organizational Design, Change Management & Culture Development HR Compliance & Policy Design Compensation & Benefits Strategy Employee Relations, Engagement & Retention HR Tech, HRIS Implementation & Process Optimization Multilingual & Cross-Cultural HR Advisory DEI, Respect@Work, and Inclusion Facilitation HR Advisory for Startups, Scaleups & Global Teams
Other Past Relevant / Notable Employer(s)
1inch Network—Global HR Strategy & Talent Acquisition (Web3/Tech) Wille Finance AG & Foundation Suyana Mundial—Head of HR (Private Equity, Philanthropy, Multinational Teams) Gazprombank (Switzerland) Ltd—Head of HR (Banking & Finance, CH + UAE) Sberbank (Switzerland) AG—Head of HR (Banking, International HR Transformation) South Stream Transport AG—Head of HR (Energy & Infrastructure, Switzerland + Netherlands) Global Petroprojects Services AG (ENI Saipem)—International HR Recruitment Officer (Oil & Gas) Antal International Russia—Senior Recruitment Consultant & Team Lead (Executive Search & Team Management) LITASCO SA – HR Specialist (Commodities Trading, International HR Support)