​​Investment bankers are always highly sought after, and there is no doubt the jobs market is going from strength to strength.Many professionals are curious about whether their salaries and bonuses match their peers, which is why we have produced the Investment Banking briefing.Discover our latest salary & bonus guidance in the report, which also includes exclusive survey re...

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​The financial services industry in Switzerland is currently being tested by the current spread of COVID-19 – like most of the world. While some industries slow down, some are booming more than ever. With the country in lockdown, most financial professionals will find themselves working from home for an uncertain period of time. As a hiring manager, this poses new challenge...

​During the Covid-19 epidemic, many of us in Switzerland are grappling with a new reality. Whilst the last few weeks have been some of the most testing in recent times for those in the Financial Services industry, securing the best talent remains a high priority for a number of our clients and demonstrates they are committed to ensuring that their businesses are affected as ...

​As the coronavirus epidemic continues, regulations of the Swiss government on social distancing mean more of us will be working from home. During this time, it is more likely that you will be asked to take part in a video interview when applying for financial services roles. Though most video interviews take place using a webcam, anyone with a smartphone is able to take par...

​With the festive spirit of December faded away, the lack of daylight hours can make January a tough month to stay motivated. Many financial service professionals tend to stay in the office to hide from the Swiss cold, reducing access to sunlight, fresh air and exercise levels even further. If today is leaving you feeling particularly down, you might be affected by Blue Mond...

​September 2018 saw the tenth anniversary of the collapse of Lehman Brothers - often portrayed in popular culture as the high profile starting pistol for the 2008 Global Financial Crisis (GFC). During the aftermath, banking and financial services were put under intense scrutiny and continue to be subject to incredible levels of political intervention, commentary, enhanced re...

​This year saw the 21st century in its final throws of adolescence. A government shutdown, low unemployment, record stock market highs, and continuing trade wars all played a role in shaping 2019’s financial markets and economy. In a world of 24 hour news, recounting what happened yesterday, let alone at the beginning of the year, can be a challenge. The final year of the de...

​Did you know that 34% of the “100 Best Workplaces in Europe” offer paid sabbaticals, according to the Great Places to Work Institute? With this number ever increasing, there's no better time to bring up the conversation with your employer. Asking for a career break is rarely easy, but a sabbatical offers more than a chance for you to recharge. Time away can be a vital oppor...

​There are many types of toxic employee, but all toxic behaviours will eventually derail the goals of any company if it is not flagged up and allowed to fester, often ‘infecting’ colleagues with an atmosphere of cynicism and negativity, leading to a crash in productivity.  The Swiss banking and financial services industry expects employees to be exceptional at their roles an...

​Even the most experienced and successful hire will likely need hand-holding when starting a new role within the Swiss banking and financial services sector. Starting at a new firm and learning new processes and workflows can be overwhelming, and it is the HR manager’s responsibility to create a thorough onboarding process which doesn’t leave your hire feeling adrift.  Onboa...

​Health Promotion Switzerland publishes an annual Job Stress Index which keeps track of the stress levels and mental health of workers in the country. Last year's results revealed 27% of the Swiss workforce have experienced ‘critical’ levels of stress. Prolonged or chronic stress can lead to a condition known as burnout, classed as a recognised illness by the World Health Or...

​Working in the banking and financial services sector in Switzerland can be a high-pressure environment where high standards are expected. However, even the most brilliant and driven worker can be affected by the presence of a toxic colleague within their company.   If you are experiencing consistent negative and energy-sucking behaviour from a co-worker such as gossip, bull...

​Winning an exciting new role within the high quality banking and financial services sector in Switzerland is a brilliant new opportunity, but it is vital to make important choices to make a stellar impression on your first day of your new role. Rather than sitting quietly and taking in all of the new information, it is important to introduce yourself to all of your new co-w...

​Hiring exceptional candidates for roles within the banking and financial services sector in Switzerland can be a long and tiring process, and any hiring manager will be rejecting a large number of talented candidates for a popular role.  It is vital to make sure these candidates are treated with respect and communicated with politely, as they have put a lot of effort into y...

​Hiring managers working in the Swiss banking and financial services sector are looking for candidates who can provide an exceptional standard of service, and often require highly developed skill sets and plenty of relevant experience. However, it can also pay to consider those candidates who don’t quite reach the high standards in your job description, but instead hold the ...

​The Swiss banking and financial sector hold a reputation for providing a world-class service. Many choose Swiss private banks to manage their money due to their attention-to-detail, personalised service and lead on fintech innovations such as blockchain.  This reputation has been achieved through companies hiring the creme-de-la-creme of talent from across the globe. Nearly...

​The banking and financial sector can be a tight job market, and both the busy banking, private banking and financial services sectors in Switzerland means you are not short of competition when it comes to recruitment.  As the needs of the sectors move towards hiring a wider range of talent to handle fintech innovations and manage the digital footprint of financial instituti...

​Switzerland’s banking and financial services sector holds a reputation for excellence and is filled with professionals who are both highly skilled and ambitious. However, even the most driven individual can hit a roadblock in their career when working under a boss who holds no interest in helping them develop their career.  Being in a role with no clear career path can lead...