• English spoken and written fluency (C2) is essential;
• A minimum of a university bachelor’s degree and a demonstrated interest in scientific and technological issues across a range of sectors;
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Proven ability to form professional relationships and build trust with a wide range of contacts;
• Proactive approach with ability to multi-task, plan ahead, and prioritise;
• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team;
• Ability to produce concise, timely and thorough reporting upon request;
• Proficiency in MS Office applications

• German or French language skills (written and spoken - C1 Level);
• Understanding of the UK’s and Switzerland’s research and innovation and higher education landscapes;
• Knowledge and contact networks around one or more of SIN Switzerland’s current thematic priority areas (Critical and Emerging Technologies, Global Health and Climate);
• Excellent project management skills;
• Experience of working in embassies or other international or multilateral organisations;
• Experience of working in roles in the science, innovation or technology fields.

This is a full-time, 40 h/week, fixed term position, with possibility to be made permanent subject to financial review in March 2026, subject to a probation period of 3 months.

Monthly salary for this position is 8,428.00 CHF gross, payable 13 times a year.

The annual leave entitlement is 25 days per year pro rata and the Embassy also enjoys an average of 14 public holidays per year. Specific training and mentoring for the role will be provided for the successful candidate. This may include training in London and the European region.

The “Start Date” is only an estimated date may vary depending on the Security Clearance outcome and depending on the Candidate’s availability (open to negotiation with the Hiring Manager).

The British Embassy in Berne believes in a culture of continuous learning and development and works to give all staff the opportunity to build expertise and achieve personal goals through engaging on the job, learning from colleagues and from formal training courses. The successful candidate will have a tailored induction programme. 

The FCDO’s International Academy offers a range of learning opportunities, including accredited qualifications, to help you learn about the work of the UK government internationally, how diplomacy works, and to develop your professional skills. Funding is also available to support your bids for further external training that will benefit you in the role, for example to deepen knowledge and expertise in climate and energy policy matters.

The final appointment and commencement will be dependent upon successful security clearance and subject to a professional background check. The successful candidate will be subject to professional background and security clearance. The applicant will be vetted to a achieve a security clearance both from UK and Switzerland.

Visa/work permit requirements: All applicants should have permission to live and work in Switzerland. Applicants must hold a full passport valid for at least 18 months for any EU / Schengen country. All applicants should have the right to live and work in Switzerland.

Please note that it is your responsibility to ensure you meet the legal requirements to live and work in this country.

Please note that the successful candidate will need to arrange and pay for their own travel and accommodation, as well as any other living costs and are subject to Swiss taxes.

Staff recruited locally by the British Embassy are subject to terms and conditions service according to Swiss employment law.