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News, information and practical advice on job vacancies, finding a job, writing a CV, preparing for an interview, and more in Switzerland.
Swiss telecoms giant Sunrise could scrap hundreds of jobs
To slash its operating costs, Switzerland’s second-largest telecommunications provider, Sunrise, will cut up to 450 full-time positions.
What are the best websites to find English-speaking jobs in Switzerland?
If you're on the lookout for a new job in Switzerland, or you want to relocate, you may be wondering about which resources to turn to. We've compiled the best websites and ways to find English-speaking jobs.
'They wanted Swiss tenants': How foreign flat hunters face discrimination in Switzerland
The Local has recently asked its readers whether they experienced discrimination when job or flat hunting in Switzerland. Their responses reveal that that this kind of bias does indeed exist.
Everything you need to know about annual leave in Switzerland
If you are a new arrival, or planning to move here for work, you may not be familiar with the Swiss labour law’s provisions in regards to paid holidays. This is what you should know.
Only three European countries meet deadline for new pay transparency rules
Only three countries have passed into national legislation new EU pay transparency rules by the June 7th deadline, MEPs and trade unions have denounced.
Swiss immigration authority to lay off staff as asylum cases drop
Due to a drop in asylum applications in Switzerland, 108 employees of the State Secretariat for Migration (SEM) will lose their jobs next year.
How companies in Europe are struggling to recruit workers from outside the EU
Almost half of European small and medium companies struggle to find workers with the skills they need but recruitment outside the EU remains “limited” and “too difficult”, a recent Eurobarometer survey published by the European Commission had shown.
LISTED: The companies in Switzerland that are cutting jobs in 2026
A number of companies and organisations based in Switzerland have announced they will be laying off employees in 2026, or relocating jobs to other countries. We have a full - and continually updated - roundup of where the jobs will be lost.
Further job cuts are underway in Switzerland
Two Lucerne companies have this week joined the long list of Switzerland-based firms that are cutting their workforce.
American firm offers huge wages to recruit Zurich-based AI specialists
Swiss salaries are notoriously high, but few (if any) can match the pay that one American company is ready to shell out to AI specialists in Zurich.
Which Swiss job sectors have seen the highest wage increases?
Salaries in Switzerland went up in 2025, but disparities exist among sectors, a new government study reveals.
Novartis to cut 550 jobs in Switzerland to focus on cell therapy
Swiss drug company Novartis plans to cut 550 jobs in Switzerland by the end of 2027 as it modernises a factory to cease producing pills and capsules to focus on cell therapies.
Swiss public broadcaster to slash 900 jobs by 2029
The Swiss Broadcasting Corporation (SRG) announced that it would cut some 900 jobs over the next three years as it strives to reduce costs 'amid upheavals in the media landscape'.
In Numbers: How many jobs have been lost in Geneva's international agencies?
Due to funding cuts by the United States, Geneva-based UN organisations and NGOs have had to dismiss hundreds of their employees - with more job cuts still on the horizon.
EXPLAINED: How the EU's new Talent Pool for non-EU jobseekers will work
The launch of the ‘EU Talent Pool’ has moved a step closer. It will be the first digital platform that will match vacancies in shortage occupations in EU countries with non-EU jobseekers.
Swiss companies set to relocate thousands of jobs abroad, bosses fear
Due to the strong franc and the steep US tariffs, many Swiss executives expect local jobs to be relocated to foreign countries.
REVEALED: How much the CEOs of Switzerland's biggest companies really earn
Ever wondered how much the chief executives of Switzerland's largest firms earn? A new study sheds light on their income – and how it compares to the lowest earners at their companies.
What are the best ways to search for your next job in Switzerland?
Looking for a new job in Switzerland? We've put together some tips on where to search for that new role.
Where are the jobs in Switzerland for English speakers?
Switzerland seems to offer it all for the international worker - a very high standard of living, great pay, excellent infrastructure and stunning natural beauty in the heart of Europe. The question is, are they hiring?
'Be patient': Foreign workers offer their best tips for finding a job in Switzerland
If you haven't been directly headhunted, getting a job in Switzerland can be a tricky and time-consuming process. Here are our readers' best tips for securing a job in the country.
How long can a foreigner stay in Switzerland after losing a job?
If you're employed in Switzerland but lose your job, can you remain in the country while looking for new work? The answer depends on several factors.
How can I find out if my Swiss employer is underpaying me?
Wages in Switzerland are generally higher than almost everywhere else in Europe. But how can you know if you are being paid enough — and what can you do if you are not?
What are the laws in Switzerland if you want to work remotely?
These days it is possible to be physically located in Switzerland, while working remotely for a company based in another country. Here’s what you should know about this growing 'digital nomad' trend — and how to do it in Switzerland.