How much does it cost to hire a full-time employee in Switzerland in 2025 working a 45 hour effective week?

Hiring a nanny-housekeeper in Switzerland can vary in cost depending on several factors; however as a ball-point figure, the minimum wage in Geneva in 2025 for a 45 hr week is CHF 4773.60/month gross wage. Families also need to consider the social charges that amount to approximately 15% on top of the gross wage (ie CHF 5200/month total cost). Qualified candidates will usually have higher salary expectations.

Does it take longer to find a live-in candidate?

It depends but generally yes. When it comes to Live-in jobs; the chemistry is even more important as you will be sharing a space quite closely. We use detailed forms, interviews and share best practices to ensure that the live-in collaboration is as smooth and wonderful as it can be for both the families and candidates.

How long before I receive CVs?

Once you complete the family form, we send you CVs within one week. Keep in mind that candidates are often interviewing across several agencies, so the sooner you provide your feedback, the better.

What guarantees do you offer to ensure the quality and satisfaction of the hiring process?

Our primary goal is your satisfaction. To uphold this, we provide a range of guarantees that ensure our hirings are both qualified and sustainable. Our main guarantees include a 6-month replacement assurance for professional issues and an exclusivity guarantee for our clients during the candidate review process.

Can you elaborate on the "exclusivity guarantee"?

Certainly! Our exclusivity guarantee means that when you are reviewing potential candidates from our roster, you can be confident that you are the only client from our agency that is viewing these specific candidates. We ensure that each candidate is exclusively recommended to one client at a time, preventing potential hiring conflicts and ensuring you have the first choice.

What happens if I face issues with the hired candidate after the 6-month guarantee period?

While our guarantee covers replacements within the first 6 months, we are committed to your long-term satisfaction. If issues arise post the guarantee period, we're here to provide guidance and support, though replacements would come with their associated costs.

How quickly can you provide a replacement candidate if needed within the 6-month period?

Our aim is to ensure minimal disruption to our clients. If a replacement is required within the guarantee period, we prioritize the search and typically present suitable candidates within a week, though the exact timeline can vary based on the specific requirements and availability.

Do all of your candidates have the legal right to work in Switzerland?
Yes, all of our candidates either hold EU passports or possess a valid Swiss work permit, ensuring their eligibility to work in Switzerland without any legal complications. 

Do you handle payroll services directly for the household staff we hire?
While we pride ourselves on our expertise in matching employers with the right candidates and can provide advice on payroll-related matters, we don't handle payroll registration directly. Instead, we collaborate with specialized partners such as cheque service and quitt.ch to ensure smooth and compliant payroll processing.

Why do you work with partners for payroll registration?
We believe in delivering the best service to our clients. By partnering with organizations that specialize in Swiss payrolling, like cheque service and quitt.ch, we ensure that our clients receive expert service tailored specifically to the unique requirements of Swiss payroll registration and management.

Is there any financial benefit for us if we use your payroll partner, quitt.ch?
Absolutely! We have a special partnership agreement with quitt.ch, which allows our clients to avail of a partner discount when using their services. This not only ensures you get expert payroll management but also at a more affordable rate.