Average wages are tipped to increase this year in Switzerland between 1.5% and 2%, in line with inflation. Niche profiles, which are more difficult to find on the labour market, will be the main beneficiaries of the biggest adjustments, according to a survey published today by job placement firm Adecco. + How inflation and uncertainty affects Swiss wages Adecco bases its assessment on data from more than 15,000 job interviews. Among the major trends that emerged, the propensity of companies to carry out targeted recruitment instead of a general expansion of the workforce stands out. This translates into disparities in the development of salaries. For most functions the increase remains moderate, while for specialist profiles the growth is much more marked. The best cards are being played by professionals specialised in business transformation, particularly in the areas of sustainability – with ESG (environmental, social and governance) issues at the forefront – and artificial …