Foreigners wishing to work in Switzerland must be familiar with the regulations that vary according to their country of origin. Once this hurdle has been overcome, there are numerous quirks of the Swiss job market to consider, from expectations of a good application to the work culture.  

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What is it like to work in Switzerland?

This content was published on Oct 28, 2020 Oct 28, 2020 Find out how and why the job market has evolved and where Swiss employers are placing their bets for the future.

Salaries

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Workers’ rights

This content was published on Aug 16, 2018 Aug 16, 2018 Workers are generally well-protected in Switzerland. The maximum full-time working week allowed for by law varies from 45 hours to 50 hours.

Swiss work culture

This content was published on Aug 16, 2018 Aug 16, 2018 People in full-time posts work an average of 41 hours and 10 minutes a week in Switzerland; but an increasing number choose to work less.

Employment and placement agencies

This content was published on Feb 14, 2019 Feb 14, 2019 Whether you are a European or a third-state national looking to work in Switzerland, the search for a professional post should begin here.

Job applications

This content was published on Aug 16, 2018 Aug 16, 2018 Applying for a position in Switzerland may follow procedures different from those in the job-seeker's home country. Here are some tips on how to...

Work permits

This content was published on Aug 16, 2018 Aug 16, 2018 Obtaining a permit to work in Switzerland depends on many factors, including where you are from, the skills you have and quotas. Switzerland has a...

Taxes

This content was published on Mar 12, 2019 Mar 12, 2019 Switzerland levies taxes at the federal, cantonal and local levels, with cantons setting their own rates.

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