Work
Net salary, payslip, pay rises and job hunting in Switzerland: the guides to manage your career and your life across the border.
Working in Switzerland while living abroad means dealing with rules, habits and procedures that differ from the ones you are used to. From the search for a first job to the signing of the contract, from managing a salary in francs to the daily routine of crossing the border, there is a lot to know before and during the employment relationship.
In this section you will find the guides dedicated to working in Switzerland as a cross-border worker: how to find a job in Switzerland and apply, what to know before signing a contract, how to read your salary and working conditions, and how to ask for a raise the Swiss way.
The goal is to provide practical, easy-to-consult information both for those thinking of working in Switzerland and for those who already are cross-border workers and want to understand their rights and opportunities better.
Choosing to work in Switzerland while living abroad is a decision that affects both professional and personal life. It is not only about comparing a salary: commuting costs, the organisation of the day, the conditions offered by the employer and the balance between work, free time and family all come into play.
For those who already are cross-border workers, knowing the Swiss system better helps to evaluate new opportunities, change employer or face the next steps of a career with more awareness. For the other aspects of cross-border life, browse all our guides by topic.