Document background
The Generic Recommendation Letter is a crucial document in Swiss professional contexts, used to provide formal endorsement of an individual's professional capabilities, character, and achievements. Under Swiss law, particularly relevant in employment contexts, such letters must be truthful, complete, and carefully worded to avoid legal complications while maintaining positivity. The document typically includes detailed information about the professional relationship between the recommender and recommendee, specific achievements, skills assessment, and character evaluation. Swiss Generic Recommendation Letters are generally more detailed and formal compared to many other jurisdictions, reflecting the country's precise and thorough business culture. They serve various purposes including job applications, academic admissions, and professional advancement, while adhering to Swiss data protection regulations and employment law requirements.
