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Where world-class technology meets Swiss reliability

Connect to tomorrow

Connect to tomorrow

Technology is what drives the future and shapes society. Come join the bright minds and forward-looking companies in the Greater Zurich Area – where world-class technology meets Swiss reliability. Talk to our team about your strategic expansion in/into Europe and Greater Zurich:

Why Greater Zurich

Why Greater Zurich

The Greater Zurich Area is where world-class technology meets Swiss reliability. As a global leader in innovation and talent attraction and with Switzerland’s business-friendly, stable and reliable environment, Greater Zurich offers international companies real added value and peace of mind for their strategic expansion. Find out how our location advantages create value for your business expansion:

Technology sectors

Technology sectors

Switzerland and the Greater Zurich Area are world leaders in innovation and the ability to attract and retain talent. Technology leaders like Google, Microsoft, IBM, Disney, ABB, Biogen, Johnson & Johnson or Roche operate R&D sites in the region. Learn about Greater Zurich's cutting-edge technology ecosystems:

How we help

How we help

Greater Zurich Area Ltd (GZA) is the official investment promotion agency of our region. We are a reliable Swiss business concierge for companies looking to grow internationally. We provide support during the complex and dynamic process of taking a business global. Gaining a deep understanding of the target markets, local trends, the competition and the requirements are key to a successful expansion and global growth. Learn about our free services:

Launch stronger – our services at a glance

Watch the video to find out how we help companies set up and grow in Switzerland. 

Let us connect you with the right person to learn more about how the Greater Zurich Area Ltd can support your business needs. 

Our services are free of charge and include: 

  • Introductions to key contacts in industry, academia and government
  • Advice on regulatory framework, taxes, labor market and setting up a company
  • Custom-made fact-finding visits including office and co-working space

Lead Operations

Lead Operations

Do you see yourself as a driver for the digitalization, automation and optimization of existing processes and the establishment of existing/new tools within the organization? As a cross-sectional function, you combine the possibilities of IT with the knowledge and skills of GZA employees and therefore contribute to the optimization of processes and procedures and an even better customer experience.

(Job description only in German) 

Marketing and Communications Manager

Marketing and Communications Manager

Greater Zurich Area AG (GZA) creates added value for the Greater Zurich Area and Switzerland by attracting forward-looking technology companies from abroad - added value in the form of innovative strength, jobs, taxes and greater resistance to crises.

The Covid19 pandemic has given additional impetus to the digitalisation of our sales, marketing and communication activities and further strengthened interdisciplinary and cross-border cooperation. The development and dissemination of interesting and relevant content is an important building block for our success.

(Job description only in German)

Marketing Automation und CRM Intern

Marketing Automation und CRM Intern

Greater Zurich Area AG (GZA) creates added value for the Greater Zurich Area and Switzerland by attracting forward-looking technology companies from abroad - added value in the form of innovative strength, jobs, taxes and greater resistance to crises.

The Covid19 pandemic has given additional focus to the digitalization of our sales, marketing and communication activities and further strengthened interdisciplinary and cross-border collaboration. To strengthen our team, we are looking for you.

(Job description only in German)

Investing in Zurich was the best decision we've ever made.
Erich Schmidt
Eric Schmidt - former CEO of Alphabet (Google) in a newspaper interview ("Schweiz am Wochenende", Jan 23, 2016)

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Key advantages

Why Greater Zurich Area

As a global leader in innovation and talent attraction and with Switzerland’s business-friendly, stable and reliable environment, Greater Zurich offers international companies real added value for their strategic expansion. Which of the following location advantages do you value most in your business?

Learn about the strategic advantages of Greater Zurich

Discover the world-class technology and Swiss reliability

Ecosystems

Technology sectors

Switzerland and Greater Zurich are world leaders in innovation and the ability to attract talent. For a good reason: ETH Zurich is the best university in continental Europe. Technology leaders like Google, Microsoft, IBM, Disney, ABB, Biogen, Johnson & Johnson or Roche operate important R&D sites in the region. They all count on the concentrated technology excellence in Europe's most stable environment.

 

Learn about the technology sectors in Greater Zurich

Contact us

Lukas Huber Potrait
Lukas Huber
Director Asia, Deputy Managing Director
Lukas Sieber Executive Director USA
Lukas Sieber
Executive Director USA
Rolf Bühler Potrait
Rolf Bühler
Director Europe