Manpower Employment Outlook Survey

Nearly nine out of ten Swiss employers expect to maintain their staffing levels through fourth quarter

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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12.12.2017:

1^st Quarter 2018

Swiss employers' hiring plans for the 4th quarter of 2017

4 %

plan to hire

89 %

plan to keep workforce level steady

2 %

are unsure about hiring plans

5 %

plan to let staff go

Q4 2017 Swiss Manpower Employment Outlook Survey results


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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.