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Switzerland
Job Resources
Recruitment agencies and Internet-based sources are the most widespread ways of looking for a job in Switzerland.
Employment Trends
Switzerland has been in a recession with negative net export growth and a decline in investment levels.
Information Technology
The number of people involved in IT has risen recently to 13.8 percent of the employed population.
Engineering
While Swiss industrial growth recently slowed more sharply than expected, industry analysts expect it to pick up in the near future.
Accounting and Finance
Switzerland has long been viewed as a country of financial services, but the world banking crisis has hit it hard.
General Business - Sales & Marketing
Professionals in the sales and marketing fields are widespread and play important roles in the business of almost all Swiss companies.
Top Companies
The following list represents companies reporting the largest assets/revenues in the country. More than 400,000 additional corporate profiles can be found in Going Global's Employer Directory.
Business and Networking
There are many business networking groups in Switzerland, which are useful for finding employment and entrepreneurial contacts.
Financial Considerations
Switzerland is known as a country of high wages and a high cost of living.
Work Permits/Visas
Switzerland has entered into agreements with the European Union concerning immigration and employment even though it is not a member.
Resume/CVs
When applying to an international company, an English version of the CV (no more than two pages) should be sent.
Interviewing Advice
The Swiss are very punctual for both business and social occasions and they expect the same from others.
Cultural Advice
Business cards are important for doing business and networking in Switzerland.
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