Recruitment in the heart of Zurich: how albedis connects talents with companies

Zurich is a global city that combines speed and precision with internationalism and a deep appreciation for local subtleties. Against this backdrop, the albedis Zurich team has a mission that goes beyond the mere placement of specialists, managers and top executives: connecting talents and companies in a way that creates a perfect match for both sides. The day-to-day work of our consultants demonstrates what lies behind this – characterised by careful analysis, clear communication and consulting services consistently focused on quality.

Strategic, in-depth and complementary: our consulting approach

Successful recruitment does not start with the job profile, but by understanding the role, its objectives and its working environment. Our team consciously invests time in analysing the expectations of recruiters, their corporate culture, their strategic goals and their vision. This foundation, comprising job description, identity, strategy and culture, along with the expertise of our consultants, is transformed into a precise job advertisement that reflects the actual needs of the organisation. Only when this understanding is established does the search process begin – a combination of a targeted direct approach or headhunting and a precise, multi-channel job advertisement.

Competency-based, personally conducted and semi-structured interviews, along with continuous feedback from both sides – candidates and clients – ensure that a crystal-clear image is formed. Market knowledge, dialogue and structure form the basis for successful HR consulting.

When development potential trumps perfection

An ideal CV is not necessarily the best guarantee for successful recruitment. Often, the more sustainable solution lies in a profile with potential – someone who can quickly make up ground professionally and is culturally aligned from the outset. An example from our day-to-day consulting business provides a vivid illustration of this:

A company searched in vain for months for a strategic procurement expert. After an initial shortlist failed to produce immediate success, the search was adjusted and refocused. One applicant, in particular, who had initially been excluded due to technical gaps, proved to be a potential cultural match. Their personality, attitude and language skills were an excellent fit for the company and team.

The decision to give this candidate a chance proved to be the right one: after the interview, an offer was quickly made. Today – several years later – this person is not only successfully established within the company, but has also been promoted internally, with responsibility for key procurement issues. This case shows that potential, a willingness to learn and a good cultural fit often achieve more than a perfect CV. For our consultants, it is crucial to show our clients perspectives that are not immediately obvious.

Structure, proximity and empathy for commercial roles

In sales, marketing and product management, a successful search begins where companies can best be understood: on site. Discussions with the teams, as well as insights into working methods, dynamics and expectations, create the foundation for an overall picture that goes far beyond professional requirements.

The interviews follow a structured, competence-based approach. In the first interview, the candidate’s goals, motivation, working style and personal circumstances are explored in depth. This creates a nuanced profile that combines professional suitability with cultural fit – a crucial factor in client-centric roles.

Transparent communication and regular updates ensure that everyone involved has the same level of knowledge at all times, especially in complex or multi-stage briefs. Where necessary, the Zurich team also adopts unconventional approaches to find candidates who not only match the job profile but will also strengthen the team in the long term.

Efficiency and quality for corporate roles

In the case of Finance, Legal, HR and Supply Chain roles, a precise, streamlined process is crucial. Together with the clients, the role is defined before the search begins, as a combination of targeted job advertisement and a proactive direct approach. Candidates are evaluated individually and only shortlisted if they demonstrate an excellent professional, methodical and cultural fit. In addition to professional qualifications, soft skills and cultural factors play a key role – especially for vacancies where accuracy, reliability and strong communication are crucial.

Many companies appreciate the combination of speed and quality: rapid response times, in-depth assessments and qualified shortlists within a short timeframe. Open feedback is explicitly encouraged, as it refines the search and allows the position to be optimally filled more quickly.

What sets the Zurich team apart

The Zurich team has local expertise and can simultaneously draw on the resources and network of the entire Group. Its wide coverage of various functional areas enables search processes that are open enough to identify new talents, yet precise enough to efficiently lead to sound decisions.

The focus is always on people: the company’s requirements and goals, as well as the perspectives and potential of the candidates. Success for albedis Zurich means not only finding a professionally suitable person, but also creating a connection from which both sides can sustainably benefit and progress together – a perfect match in the truest sense.

What makes recruitment in Zurich successful

For albedis, HR consulting in Zurich means listening attentively, analysing carefully and supporting the entire process transparently – from initial exchange to final decision. The perfect match is not always achieved through a flawless profile; often, the crucial potential only emerges as a result of the interaction of attitude, experience and the specific context of a role.

Our Zurich team offers companies experienced sparring partners who provide support in the form of expertise, clarity and commitment, develop tailor-made solutions and identify candidates who are an excellent fit, both professionally and culturally.