Good reasons for Basel
Basel is an extremely dynamic economic region and one of the world’s leading locations for Life Sciences. Two of the world’s five largest pharmaceutical companies – Novartis and Roche – were founded in Basel and also have their headquarters here. A large number of innovative research companies have grown up around them, in the areas of chemicals, biology, medicine and nanotechnology. Other industries have also enhanced Basel’s international reputation: trade and logistics, financial services and insurance, IT, design and architecture. They have all created countless exciting jobs and have attracted many highly-skilled people from all over the world.
Tens of thousands of Germans and French employees cross the borders daily in order to work in Basel and profit from excellent working conditions: high wages, low deductions, low taxes and good social security. Many interesting jobs are thereby available in Basel in an exciting and dynamic environment.
On the other hand, companies can find highly motivated and committed employees in Basel. At 40 to 42.5 hours per week, working hours are longer than most countries in Europe. There is also a very favourable environment for business, and the local authorities are very cooperative. All these factors make Basel an attractive place to live and work.
