15 organizations were recognized Best Workplaces™ Suisse Romande 2025 this year, standing out among all certified companies in the region. Their common strength? A workplace culture that not only inspires pride among employees but also delivers measurable business results.
The distinction is based on a rigorous employee survey of 60 questions, covering every dimension of the workplace experience. The results speak volumes. Across the 15 Best Workplaces™ in Suisse Romande, 94% of employees said their company is a great place to work. Across the Swiss market as a whole, the number drops to 67%. This 27 pts gap shows how much of a difference culture can make.
A Strong Foundation Is Only the Beginning
The data reveals that high-performing organizations excel at the fundamentals: people feel physically and psychologically safe, they experience fairness and inclusion, and they know they can rely on the resources and support they need. This base of trust creates stability — but it is only the beginning.
These experiences pay off: they strengthen loyalty, promote resilience, and motivate people to develop further with their company in the long term.
What Employees Say Makes the Difference
What really sets the Best Workplaces™ apart is how employees describe their day-to-day experiences. They talk about leaders who embody the company’s values and provide clarity in uncertain times. They mention:
- Meaningful benefits
- Recognition for personal milestones
- Support when moving into new roles including internally
- Clarity in leadership
- A shared sense of achievement
They value being given the freedom to learn from mistakes and to be authentic at work. Above all, many describe something rare and precious: a genuine sense of joy in coming to work each day.
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