Switzerland does not use the terms "work permit" or "residency visa" as used elsewhere in Europe. The very tightly controlled Swiss residence permit is a combination residence visa and work permit. This official Swiss Federal Government document states that you have a job with a Swiss employer or have been granted permission to live in Switzerland. The process for getting a residence permit is neither easy nor automatic. You cannot submit your application for a residence permit yourself; this must be done by your employer. In general, the process takes months to complete. Only when your prospective employer receives government approval to hire you should you begin seriously planning your move to Switzerland.

This is just a sample of what you'll find in the complete Switzerland guide.