Employment

Business

Pharma Firm CSL Behring Cuts Workforce in Bern by Nearly 10%

The Australian pharmaceutical group CSL Behring has completed a transformation process at its Bern site, resulting in a reduction of its workforce by just under 10%. The company stated the move strengthens its long-term competitiveness.

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Business

Burckhardt Compression to Cut 220 Jobs, Including 150 in Switzerland

Swiss manufacturer Burckhardt Compression has announced significant job cuts, with 150 positions to be eliminated in Winterthur and 70 at international sites, as part of a plan to simplify its organizational structure and boost competitiveness.

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Economy

AI Inhibiting Job Prospects for Young People, Warns Geneva-based ILO

A new report from the International Labour Organisation (ILO) in Geneva states that artificial intelligence is making it harder for young people to secure their first job. The ILO warns that traditional entry-level roles in administration, sales, and manufacturing are being rapidly transformed by automation.

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Economy

The outlook for the Swiss labour market is improving, according to the latest employment indicator from the KOF Economic Institute. The index rose in the third quarter, suggesting a continued recovery and positive hiring trends despite global economic uncertainties, with the retail trade sector seeing a significant rise.

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Health

The Federal Administrative Court has overturned a decision by the Swiss Red Cross, ruling that an osteopathy diploma from Germany is largely equivalent to a Swiss qualification. The court acknowledged a gap in 'primary care provider' training and has ordered a specific compensatory measure to be established, rather than a complete refusal of recognition.

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AI

As Swiss job advertisements increasingly demand AI skills, a potential two-tiered workforce is emerging. This article explores the growing requirement for 'AI-native' candidates, the risk of leaving segments of the workforce behind, and the parallel push to make the energy-intensive data centers powering this boom more sustainable.

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Social Issues

Several recent events highlight ongoing social debates in Switzerland. A conflict over trans rights at a Bern pool, Chur's commemoration of a 1989 racist attack, and significant layoffs in International Geneva spark conversations about inclusion, historical memory, and economic security.

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International Geneva

International Geneva is facing a severe employment crisis, with over 1,300 aid workers made redundant in the past year due to UN funding cuts and structural adjustments. Many experienced professionals now face an uncertain future as they fight to remain in Switzerland.

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Migration

Switzerland's State Secretariat for Migration (SEM) is eliminating 108 positions in response to a sharp decrease in asylum applications. The job cuts are attributed to the completion of backlog reduction efforts and broader federal cost-saving measures.

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Business

Swiss air traffic controller Skyguide has initiated a consultation process to reduce its workforce by up to 220 positions by the end of 2027, citing rising costs, efficiency targets, and complex internal structures. The cuts will primarily affect the Geneva and Dübendorf sites.

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Economy

The number of job vacancies at Switzerland's largest banks dropped by 10% in April, reaching the lowest point in three years. This signals a significant recruitment slowdown in the critical financial sector, aligning with a broader trend of job cuts.

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Employment

A growing number of Swiss residents are continuing to work past the standard retirement age, with the share of workers aged 64 and older more than doubling since 2005, reflecting demographic shifts and a trend towards longer working lives.

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Economy

In 2025, Swiss workers experienced the most significant real wage increase in over 15 years, with a 1.6% rise after inflation. This article analyzes new Federal Statistical Office data to reveal which job sectors saw the highest pay bumps and which are still lagging.

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Agriculture

The alpine farming sector is sounding the alarm over a shortage of personnel, particularly for experienced dairy farmers. Despite job portal listings, a lack of well-trained and committed applicants threatens the upcoming summer season on the alp.

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Healthcare

The Swiss Medical Association warns of an impending healthcare crisis, with a quarter of all doctors now over 60 and nearing retirement. With the country already heavily reliant on foreign-trained medics, this 'wave of retirements' poses a significant threat to providing basic care for an aging population.

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Business

The biopharmaceutical manufacturer Lonza is planning to move approximately 40 jobs from Switzerland, including from its major site in Visp, to a centralized service center in Hyderabad, India, by the end of 2026.

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Business

To address a surplus of cabin crew, Swiss International Air Lines is offering financial incentives for voluntary resignation or temporary leaves of absence. Employees who resign by late April can receive a bonus of up to CHF15,000.

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Business

To address a surplus of flight attendants, Swiss International Air Lines is offering financial incentives, including lump-sum bonuses of up to CHF 15,000, for employees who voluntarily terminate their contracts or switch to a temporary 'dormant contract'.

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Business

Swiss pharmaceutical group Galenica has announced it will cease production at its Bichsel subsidiary by the end of the year, citing a lack of competitiveness. The move places up to 170 jobs at risk by the end of 2026.

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