en

Services

We understand that no two organisations are the same. Find out more about how we've customised our recruitment offerings to help clients across Switzerland meet their needs.

Read more
Jobs

View all the latest job opportunities in Switzerland. Write a new chapter in your career with Robert Walters today.

See all jobs
Services

We understand that no two organisations are the same. Find out more about how we've customised our recruitment offerings to help clients across Switzerland meet their needs.

Read more
About Robert Walters Switzerland

Since our establishment in 2009, our believe remains the same: Building strong relationships with people is vital in a successful partnership.

Learn more

Work for us

Our people are the difference. Hear stories from our people to learn more about a career at Robert Walters Switzerland

Learn more

Temporary recruitment

Attract top-tier temporary talent for your business with our customised temp recruitment solutions, precisely crafted to match your hiring specifications. Join forces with our premier recruiters, skilled at understanding your vision, to connect with proficient temporary professionals, propelling your business to new heights.

Temporary talent can be your bridge to success.

You can depend on them for short-term or long-term assignments. We nurture our network by providing a unique benefits program featuring array of financial and wellbeing benefits. Our community of temporary workers can jump in whenever you need them, helping you hit project deadlines, meet peaks in demand, and minimise staff costs. What’s more, in Switzerland’s fast-changing market, our contract personnel have their finger on the pulse of what’s new – providing you with emerging and cutting-edge skills. 

We’ve developed trusted relationships with our contingent workforce, so you can depend on them for short-term or long-term assignments. We nurture our network by providing a unique benefits program featuring array of financial and wellbeing benefits. 

Our expertise

Our expertise lies in temporary recruitment within accounting and finance, so whether you're looking for a temporary employee or a temporary position, we’re here to help.

Why choose Robert Walters to handle your temporary staffing needs?

  • Receive a tailored service. With almost 40 years of experience, we have gained a proven record as a temporary recruitment agency that delievers a professional service that is crafted to meet your business needs. 
  • Partner with industry experts. Many of our contract recruitment consultants come from the industries they serve, meaning they have built hyper-specialist knowledge of the industry you operate in.
  • Acquire data driven insights. Our temporary recruitment strategy is highly targeted, defined by the insights of our market intelligence function.
  • Take advantage of our global reach.  Our International Candidate Management teams have access to the top talent pools from across the globe. 
  • Share our expertise. Giving you access to our specialist knowledge and in-depth experience though a broad range of insights, advice and thought leadership.

Temporary recruitment in Switzerland: our specialist recruitment approach


We connect you with an expert consultant well-versed in your field, dedicated to matching candidates with the precise skills your organization requires. Providing a tailored shortlist for your temporary recruitment needs, boosting your search efficiency.


Our specialist agency conduct thorough research, use multi-channel sourcing, and map the market to create a tailored talent pool for temporary recruitment, offering unparalleled access to both active and passive job seekers, surpassing traditional methods.


In the dynamic landscape of temp recruitment, we offer ongoing support to both you and our candidates throughout the hiring process. From application to post placement check ins, we ensure a seamless transition and perfect fit for temporary roles in your organisation..


 

Speak to our expert temp recruiters

Charlotte  Jacobs

Charlotte Jacobs

Accounting & Finance, Zurich

Senior Manager of the legal and finance & accounting team in Zurich, Charlotte brings over eight years of global recruitment experience. She leads the team to secure the best talent for our clients.

Olivier  Pietrantoni

Olivier Pietrantoni

Tech and Accounting & Finance, Geneva

Olivier has over 8 years of experience in the company between China and Switzerland, and now leads the Tech and Accounting & Finance teams in Geneva.

Our success stories

Hear inspiring success stories from our clients and candidates as they flourish in their new career journeys. 
Contact us to discuss your temporary recruitment needs

Related content

View all
4 strategic reasons to embrace temporary talent in 2025

In 2025, organisations will face a dynamic labor market in which agility is essential for success. Hélène Dufresne, Recruitment Consultant at Swiss recruitment specialist Robert Walters and a specialist in recruiting temporary staff, highlights why flexible talent is the solution for organisations l

Read More
Should hobbies be included on your CV?

Extracurricular activities are all the things you do outside of your studies or job and can be valuable additions to your CV. Hobbies can fall under this category, but roles in clubs or associations and volunteer work are equally important to consider. Including these can provide potential employers

Read More
Effective strategies for optimizing team performance

As a manager, you are responsible for the overall output of your team and its impact on the wider business. Addressing employee performance issues promptly and effectively is crucial to minimizing any negative impact on the organization. Swiss recruitment specialist Robert Walters shares some strate

Read More

FAQ's

  • Flexibility: Partnering with a temporary staffing agency allows businesses to scale their workforce according to fluctuations in demand, providing a solution particularly suited to seasonal operations or those with unpredictable workloads.
  • Specialised skills: Temp staff placements often bring specific skills or experience, allowing businesses to leverage talent they may not have internally. This can be particularly useful for short-term projects or busy periods.
  • Cost-effectiveness: In comparison to permanent staffing, this strategy frees businesses from the responsibility of supplying full benefits. Addtionally, temporary staff can be compensated solely for the hours they work, mitigating expenses during idle periods.
  • Assessment opportunity: Provides candidates an opportunity to showcase their skills before potentially transitioning into a permanent position.

The average rate for contractors varies widely depending on factors such as industry, location, skill level, and demand.  We conduct market research and consider these variables when determining the appropriate rate for hiring contractors in your specific context. 

To get an in-depth Swiss-specific salary and benefits data for your industry, you can use digital salary survey tool which provides insights and hiring trends in Switzerland. Drawing from analysis of over 100,000 permanent, interim, and contract placements. This can help you precisely benchmark salaries, ensuring you can attract and retain top talent effectively.

Our agile process ensures efficient matching with top-tier candidates for temporary or contract roles. With an extensive candidate pool, spanning diverse skill sets, and multiple offices, we ensure widespread coverage. Our experienced temporary recruiters possess deep industry knowledge, adept at tailoring solutions to your hiring needs. Contact our agency today to streamline your recruitment process and access high-quality temporary talent.

Our agency covers temporary and contract recruitment across a diverse range of positions in accounting and finance. With flexibility and adaptability, these solutions cater to various industries and job levels, optimizing search visibility and candidate engagement.


 

Salary Survey 2025

If you're growing your team or simply need to retain the talent you have, the Salary Survey guides you with the insights you need to have the right team in place to keep your business moving.