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Swiss Employment Law for Zug Employers: Contracts, Notice Periods, and What Foreign Founders Get Wrong
Swiss employment law protects employees more actively than founders from common law jurisdictions typically expect. The notion of at-will employment — standard in the United States and common in variations across Asia — does not exist in Switzerland. Statutory notice periods, protected categories for dismissal, and mandatory social insurance obligations apply regardless of what a contract says.
Swiss Social Security Contributions: AHV, IV, ALV, and the True Cost of Employment in Switzerland
The headline salary you negotiate with a Swiss employee is only the beginning. Swiss social security contributions — spanning old-age insurance, disability, unemployment, occupational pensions, accident insurance, and daily sickness benefits — add between 15% and 25% to the true employer cost. Understanding each pillar is essential for accurate budget planning.