Citizens of the European Union have an unlimited access to the Swiss labour market. But what about nationals of third countries who have work and residency rights for an EU country.
If you are working in Switzerland, you should know how to read the payslip you get each month from your employer so you can understand the deductions and surcharges it contains.
If you are looking for a job in Switzerland, you may not be aware of the requirement that companies have to report certain vacancies to the regional employment offices. It's a law that could impact some foreign nationals.
Switzerland's government wants to be able to unilaterally put a halt to immigration from the EU in certain circumstances but what do the official statistics reveal about how many EU workers are in Switzerland?
What happens if you work in Switzerland but live in a neighbouring country and then lose your job?
Are you entitled to unemployment benefits and who pays them?
If you are looking for work in Switzerland or intend to do so one day, these are some of the rules you have to comply with and conditions you must meet.
The new edition of the "Swiss Wage Book", compiled by the canton of Zurich, offers a look into the salaries paid in 2025 in a variety of job sectors. But they are not equal across the country.
Nobody wants to be fired from their jobs — whether in Switzerland or elsewhere — but if you want to leave voluntarily because you found another position, there are some steps you must follow.
You may be entitled to more or fewer rights in Switzerland, depending on whether you have a B, C, or L permit. But does the permit also determine your salary level?
The online business platform LinkedIn has revealed the best companies in Switzerland to work for in 2025. A clear trend has emerged from the data: nearly all the ‘winners’ are in the pharmaceutical or related fields.
The rules for obtaining a work permit for third-country nationals are strict, but a member of Switzerland’s parliament is trying to facilitate the process for foreigners with Swiss roots.
A short work week is not a new concept in Switzerland, though it has never taken off. Basel-City is launching its own trial to see if this system could be successful.
With a strong and resilient job market, Zurich is a major destination for international workers. But how important is speaking German - and can you get by if you only speak English?
A new international study has found that Switzerland is not a great country for women to work in, not least because of the ongoing gender pay gap, with women continuing to earn less than men.
A number of job adverts in Switzerland make it clear that they prefer applicants with a C permit over those with a B. Why is this and is this practice legal?
