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The 2025 FINMA circular introduces new compliance rules for foreign employers directly hiring Swiss residents without a Swiss entity. These rules aim to ensure proper social security, insurance, and pension coverage for Swiss-based employees. Remote People automatically meets these requirements.
Why Remote People Is Compliant
Unlike foreign employers, Remote People is not hiring Swiss residents directly from abroad. We operate through our Swiss-registered entity, which means:
All employment contracts are issued locally under Swiss law.
We fulfill all mandatory Swiss obligations, including:
UVG Accident Insurance
LPP Pension Contributions
AHV/ALV Social Security
Sickness Benefits
Occupational Coverage
Because we employ individuals through our Swiss entity, the FINMA update does not affect Remote People. It only applies to companies without a Swiss presence.
What Does This Mean for Clients?
Your Swiss-based employees hired through Remote People are fully compliant with Swiss labor and insurance regulations.
You avoid the risk and complexity of managing FINMA requirements yourself.
Remote People ensures transparent payroll and benefits administration under Swiss law.
Director-Level Assignments
Hiring a Swiss resident assigned to a Director-level role is possible under these conditions:
The role is functional only (e.g., overseeing operations or strategy).
The individual does not hold statutory board membership or legal signatory powers.
This approach maintains compliance while meeting your organizational needs.
FAQ
1. Does the FINMA circular apply to Remote People?
No. It applies to foreign employers without a Swiss entity. Remote People employs through its Swiss entity, so we are fully compliant.
2. What protections do employees have under Remote People?
Employees receive all mandatory Swiss benefits, including accident insurance, pension, social security, and sickness coverage.
3. Can Remote People assign Swiss employees to client leadership roles?
Yes, as long as the role is functional and does not involve statutory board membership or signatory authority.