Document background
The Employment Separation Certificate is a crucial document in Swiss employment law, required whenever an employment relationship ends or upon request during employment. This certificate, known as an "Arbeitszeugnis" in Swiss-German regions, must be provided by employers under Article 330a of the Swiss Code of Obligations. It serves multiple purposes: documenting the employment relationship, providing a performance assessment, and supporting future job applications. The document must adhere to specific legal requirements, including the principles of truth and goodwill. It typically includes detailed information about the employee's position, responsibilities, performance, and conduct, written in a way that doesn't unjustly hinder future employment prospects. The certificate is particularly important in the Swiss job market, where it is standard practice for potential employers to request these documents during recruitment processes.
