How are scientific vacancies faring in Switzerland’s life sciences industry? What are the leading sectors and roles? Which cities have the highest activity, and which firms are the busiest? Download our new report to find out.
Written in partnership with Cpl Life Sciences, this report reviews recruitment trends for scientific jobs in Switzerland’s life sciences industry. It observes the trends of the annual total, examines in which sectors and roles recruitment is rising, breaks down the performance by country, and presents the hiring activity of the top firms.
For more labour market insights and the trends driving recruitment in life sciences, download the report now!
South West – Regional Labour Market Trends
Professional hiring activity across the South East is expected to strengthen again in 2026, although growth is becoming increasingly concentrated around specific functions. Rather than expanding headcount broadly, many employers are prioritising digital capability, engineering delivery and revenue generation, while more cyclical sectors continue to soften.
Tax – UK Finance Market Labout Trends
The UK tax labour market is entering a correction phase after a sharp expansion in 2025. Vacancies rose by around 19% last year, but are now projected to decline by roughly 10% in 2026, pointing to stabilisation rather than contraction.
South West – Regional Labour Market Trends
Hiring conditions in the South West have improved at the start of 2026, though the pace remains controlled. Vacancies rose by 7.9% compared to the previous quarter, returning close to levels seen at the start of 2025. This suggests demand has stabilised, with employers resuming hiring where required rather than expanding broadly

