For companies and organisations
Bring in a consultant, without hiring them
Have a consultant work for you in Switzerland without becoming their employer. SPTS becomes the legal employer and takes care of the Swiss employment contract, payroll, social insurance and work permit formalities. You focus on your business, we handle the rest.
Use cases
When should you work with SPTS?
- You are hiring in Switzerland without a local entityNo subsidiary to set up for a single contract.
- The consultant must start quicklySet up within a few days in most situations.
- You need a legal employer in SwitzerlandSPTS signs the employment contract and carries its obligations.
- You are launching a temporary projectAn assignment of a few months, with no structure to dissolve afterwards.
- You are hiring an international consultantWork permit formalities, social insurance and withholding tax taken care of.
- You want your Swiss obligations securedSocial insurance and tax filings handled by a specialist.
Who does what?
SPTS becomes the legal employer. You stay in control.
We take on every employer obligation in Switzerland, while you direct the assignment day to day.
You stay in control of
- The assignment and its objectives
- Management
- The choice of consultant
- Equipment and access
- Hours and organisation
- Performance reviews
We take care of
- Swiss employment contract
- Monthly payroll
- Social insurance
- HR documents
- Filings and withholding tax
- Work permit formalities
Costs
What it really costs to employ someone in Switzerland
| Gross salarymonthly | Employercontributions | CommissionSPTS | Total costto the employer |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHF 6'000 | CHF 851.95 | CHF 400.00 | CHF 7'251.95 |
| CHF 8'000 | CHF 1'069.25 | CHF 400.00 | CHF 9'469.25 |
| CHF 10'000 | CHF 1'286.55 | CHF 470.25 | CHF 11'756.80 |
| CHF 12'000 | CHF 1'503.85 | CHF 562.65 | CHF 14'066.50 |
- Social contributionsAVS, AI, APG, AC, LPP, LAA
and social obligations. - SPTS commission4 % of the amount invoiced
with a minimum of CHF 400. - No hidden feesNo entry or exit fees.
Indicative example, 2026 rates: consultant born in 1985.
Setting up
What are the steps before the assignment starts?
Preparing the file
We gather the necessary information from your company and the consultant, then define the terms of the assignment and check the required items.
Contracts and formalities
We prepare the employment and staff leasing contracts, arrange registration with the social insurance schemes and handle work permit formalities where needed.
Start of the assignment
The assignment can begin as soon as the contracts are signed and the necessary authorisations obtained. We coordinate with you to prepare the start in the best conditions.
NGOs & International
A partner experienced in international environments
For several years, SPTS has supported NGOs, international organisations and globally active companies in employing consultants and staff in Switzerland.
We know the constraints specific to international projects, secondments and temporary assignments, as well as the administrative formalities that come with them. Our role is to give you a simple, compliant and operational framework, so that you can focus on your projects.
- NGOs & foundationsSupport for external consultants and experts.
- International organisationsTheir specific procedures and constraints taken into account.
- International companiesSupport for secondments, expatriation and cross-border projects.
Payroll services
Outsource your payroll.
Entrust your payroll to our team and free up time to focus on your business. SPTS handles the payroll formalities, while you remain the employer of your staff.
Time for your priorities
Preparing salaries, running checks and filing returns takes time every month. Stay focused on your core business; we take care of the rest.
Peace of mind at key moments
Month-end, year-end closing, salary certificates: we handle these deadlines so you can approach them with confidence.
A service tailored to your company
Payroll preparation, social insurance, withholding tax, salary certificates and administrative follow-up. Our services adapt to your needs and your organisation.
