The Situation

Startups need the best talent—wherever they are. But hiring across borders isn’t just about finding the right person—it’s about dodging legal landmines. From work permits to tricky compliance rules. Optiml needed a playbook to expand their team without breaking Swiss labor laws.

Our Approach

How We Helped:

 🔴 Avoiding Compliance Pitfalls – Guided our client on the considerations of using platforms like Deel or Remote.com, including Switzerland’s strict staff leasing rules (aka, what NOT to do!).

 🔑 Direct Hiring Made Easy – Helped structure employment contracts that work across borders, tapping into our international network for smooth onboarding.

 🛂 Work & Residency Permits? Handled. – Assisted in securing permits for non-EU/EFTA hires, ensuring no bureaucratic roadblocks slowed down hiring.

 🤹‍♀️ Payroll & Tax? No Sweat. – Simplified social security, taxes, and payroll compliance with support from our trusted auditors.

The Impact

With a solid legal game plan, our client built their dream team—compliantly and stress-free.

“Alfred made global hiring a breeze! Their legal guidance saved us from compliance nightmares and let us focus on growing our team.” - Evan Petkov, CEO, Optiml

The Team

Thierry Barbey, Founding Partner (Legal Advisory)

Thomas van Gammeren, Associate (Legal Advisory)

Sandro Stich, Senior Associate (Legal Advisory)