Manpower Employment Outlook Survey

A positive start to 2019 on the horizon for employment in Switzerland

The Manpower employment outlook survey is carried out each quarter to look at companies' intentions with regard to increasing or decreasing their staffing levels in the next quarter. Launched more than 50 years ago in the United States and conducted in 42 countries and territories, this survey represents one of the most recognized employment surveys in the world.

It is composed in a manner that is representative of each national economy and is based on a single question posed to all the employers participating in the study: "How do you see your company's total employment changing during the next quarter, compared with the current quarter?" In Switzerland, the national survey is conducted by Right Management Consultants, who interview over 750 employers.

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12.03.2019:	2nd Quarter 2019
11.06.2019:	3rd Quarter 2019
10.12.2019:	4th Quarter 2019

Swiss employers' hiring plans for the 1st quarter of 2019

4 %

plan to hire

91 %

plan to keep workforce level steady

1 %

are unsure about hiring plans

4 %

plan to let staff go

Q1 2019 Swiss Manpower Employment Outlook Survey results


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Candidates

Review the Manpower Employment Outlook Survey results to target your job search based on the most in-demand jobs, locations with the greatest demand for workers, and industries hiring.

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Employers

The Manpower Employment Outlook Survey provides you with a forward-looking perspective on hiring in your area. The results help you understand your competition for talent within your industry and market and can help guide your workforce management strategies.