Listen to our brand new Global Workforce Lounge podcast series as we interview subject matter experts and global mobility leaders from Switzerland and abroad on the latest market trends, addressing everything from the impact of technology to the changing geopolitical environment.

Our first episode, Deloitte’s Jacob Higgitt discusses the attractiveness of Switzerland for businesses and individuals and the future outlook with Markus Assfalg, Division Head of Business and Economic Development at the Office of Economy and Labour of the Canton of Zürich.

Episode 01: 

The attractiveness of Switzerland for businesses and individuals and the future outlook

What makes Switzerland one of the most attractive countries to do business in? What challenges do expats face when moving to Switzerland? These and other questions will be answered by Markus Assfalg, Division Head of Business and Economic Development at the Office of Economy and Labour of the canton of Zürich, in the first episode of the Global Workforce Lounge. 

Podcast interviewee: 

Markus Assfalg - Division Head of Business and Economic Development, Office of Economy and Labour of the Canton of Zürich

Mr. Assfalg and his team help international companies establish a presence in Switzerland by providing support with matters including site location, local administration, immigration permits and taxation.

"Easy access to talents, highly innovative cluster ecosystems, excellent links to internation transport system and political stability."  Markus Assfalg.

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Partner

David Wigersma - Partner, Global Employer Services

David has 20 years of experience in the area of international corporate and individual taxation planning. He specialises in addressing the complex compliance needs of a cross-border workforce with varied elements of compensation.

Podcast host

Jake Higgitt - Director, Global Employer Services

Jake has 12 years’ experience in the field of Global Mobility, working with clients in all industries and of all sizes. He is the global engagement lead on two of the Swiss firm’s largest tax engagements, responsible for coordinating the provision of services globally. Jake leads our Business Travel Services offering in Switzerland. 

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