Permanent Placement: A Reliable Choice in Uncertain Times

The Swiss labour market is undergoing significant change. Technological innovation, demographic shifts, economic volatility and geopolitical uncertainty all require companies to remain agile and prepared for multiple scenarios. At first glance, permanent hires may seem at odds with this need for flexibility. Yet organisations that recognise the potential of a candidate early on — even if not every skill is fully developed — are often the ones that come out ahead.

Our Branch Manager, Faton Miftari, offers his perspective on the current situation.

Strategic workforce planning as a key success factor

With ongoing economic turbulence both locally and globally, companies are finding it increasingly challenging to respond quickly to market fluctuations.
“After the pandemic, many skilled professionals were immediately available, allowing companies to rebuild stable teams quickly. However, this stability also meant that in recent years new positions were filled much more cautiously and typically only when candidates met very specific requirements,” says Faton Miftari, Branch Manager at Adecco.
Beyond economic dynamics, demographic shifts and evolving skill sets also make it more difficult for organisations across various industries to find suitable talent.
“Companies are realising that the ideal candidate profile they envision simply isn’t readily available on the market. While hard skills remain essential, compromises on soft skills are often unavoidable,” Miftari explains.
As counterintuitive as it may seem, early workforce planning has become a key driver of agility.
“If recruitment only begins once the need is already urgent, bottlenecks are inevitable. Project delays, overloaded teams and quality risks are almost guaranteed,” he stresses.
Companies therefore need to think creatively: finding someone who meets every requirement is unrealistic. Instead, the focus should be on core competencies, motivation and development potential. Developing the right people is what ultimately strengthens organisational adaptability in uncertain times.
“Those who spend too long searching for the perfect combination of criteria often miss out on promising talent who simply need development in a few areas. What matters is hiring people who excel in the essentials and are willing to grow. Organisations that invest in this potential gain loyal, committed employees in the long term. Smart hiring means securing the people who truly contribute to sustainable success,” concludes Miftari.

How professional permanent placement adds value

In a challenging market, expert recruitment partners can make a decisive difference. At Adecco, this includes:

1. Access to a broad talent pool
   A large and continuously maintained pool enables fast, precise identification of suitable profiles.
2. Consultants with industry expertise
   Our consultants understand both technical requirements and company culture.
3. Maximum visibility for job postings
   Vacancies are promoted where the most relevant candidates are active, tailored to region, role and sector.
4. Success-based collaboration
   Typically, companies only pay upon successful placement — offering transparency, flexibility and zero financial risk.
5. A comprehensive matching process
   From job platforms to direct sourcing and our internal talent pool: we assess applications, conduct interviews and present only profiles that impress both professionally and personally. Adecco also supports both sides throughout the interview process.

Permanent placement as a strategic advantage

In an era where uncertainty has become the norm, stability is built through the right people. Professional permanent placement not only simplifies recruitment but identifies high-potential talent and connects them with employers who think long term.
As Miftari summarises:
“To remain flexible today, companies need people who grow with them — and a partner who knows how to find them.”

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