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94 Jobs in Bern

Employment in Switzerland runs on the 13th-month bonus and the deductions that hit every payslip.

Jobs by occupation in Bern

• Software Development jobs in Bern7
• IT Managers jobs in Bern5
• Supply Chain Managers jobs in Bern5
• Retail Sales and Service jobs in Bern5
• Technical Sales jobs in Bern5

Jobs by city in Switzerland

• Zürich190
• Basel115
• Genève64
• Zug51
• Luzern48
• Fribourg46
• Lausanne46
• Baden31
• Spreitenbach22
• Visp22
• Winterthur16
• Baar14
• Solothurn13
• Rotkreuz12
• Bulle11
• Olten11
• Ebikon10
• Chur10
• Schaffhausen10
• Neuchâtel10
• Biel/Bienne10
• Dietikon9
• Reinach8

Questions

• Who can legally work in Switzerland?

  Swiss citizens and permanent residents have unrestricted employment rights. EU/EFTA citizens may work after registration with cantonal authorities. Other nationals require employer sponsorship and a work permit, typically granted for skilled positions or when no local candidate is available.

• What type of employment contract is standard?

  Fixed-term and permanent contracts are both common, clearly specifying hours, duties, and termination notice periods. Part-time work is widespread and contracted on the same legal basis as full-time roles, with proportional rights and benefits.

• How many hours per week do people typically work?

  Standard full-time employment is 42 to 44 hours per week, set out in the employment contract. Hours are consistent year-round, with flexibility negotiated individually rather than mandated by law.

• Is overtime common and how is it handled?

  Overtime occurs but is not systemic to most sectors. When required, it is usually compensated through time off in lieu rather than additional payment, though this varies by contract and employer.

• What documents do employers ask for when hiring?

  Employers request a CV, references from previous positions, and often a certificate of professional qualification or apprenticeship completion. Criminal record checks are rare unless the role involves vulnerable populations.

• How is annual leave structured?

  Swiss law mandates a minimum of two weeks' holiday per year, though most employers offer three or four weeks. Holiday is typically taken flexibly but must be coordinated with employer needs and often concentrated in summer months.

• When and how does pay reach employees?

  Salaries are paid monthly, typically around the 25th or end of each month. The 13th-month bonus is a guaranteed payment, usually issued in November or December before Christmas.

• Are there deductions from every payslip?

  Yes; employees contribute to the AVS (state pension insurance), unemployment insurance, and often disability insurance. Health insurance is separate and paid directly to the insurer, not deducted from salary.

• Can someone work part-time across multiple employers?

  Yes, part-time work across several employers is legal and common. Each employer issues a separate contract and each contributes to social insurance proportionally.

• What happens to employment during the quiet season?

  Employment is continuous year-round; there are no legal seasonal layoffs or rehiring cycles. Sectors like tourism or agriculture may negotiate seasonal contracts, but standard employment remains stable regardless of business cycle.