Workplace

Credit Suisse offers its employees the opportunity to learn and develop on a continuous basis. Our global training curriculum is geared towards the needs of the company and is designed to systematically develop talent in order to secure our longterm success. Only highly qualified and committed employees who possess the very latest knowledge and skills can serve clients effectively and help us realize our goals.

The motivation of our employees is a key factor in determining our ongoing success. At Credit Suisse, we conduct regular surveys to assess the level of employee motivation and commitment. We invest in professional development measures, competitive compensation and benefits such as programs to promote the health and well-being of our people. Our Credit Suisse Awards reward individual employees and teams around the world for exceptional achievements that reflect our principles of client focus, teamwork and reputation.

Employee representatives

The interests of employees are represented by the European Works Council in Europe and by the Staff Council in Switzerland. Both bodies form a link between employees and senior management and address questions regarding the nature and contents of our employees' work, as well as conditions in the workplace. When internal reorganizations are unavoidable, we implement appropriate measures in a responsible, fair and consistent manner.

Health and safety

A healthy work/life balance is important to enable employees to concentrate properly and deliver the best possible performance. We therefore offer our employees a range of programs in the areas of sport, nutrition and relaxation. In Switzerland, the "MyHealth" project promotes health and wellbeing at work by providing employees with access to a number of health promotion services on topics such as healthy eating, exercise and relaxation. Our major locations have integrated fitness centers and we also offer employees the option of taking out annual membership with external sports centers at reduced rates. Some of our principal locations even have their own internal medical practice.

Global Recruitment of Graduates

Our competitive advantage is based in part on our ability to attract talented employees. In 2007, for example, we hired more than 1,700 graduates worldwide. Credit Suisse offers intellectual challenges, exceptional rewards and global development opportunities for people who are committed to delivering exceptional performance. Our Business School programs for apprentices and graduates are designed to support talented employees and to position them successfully within the organization.

Employee Centricity^TM

One of our most important employee-related strategies is Employee Centricity^TM - an approach which focuses on the values and needs of our staff. We conduct analyses of employee segments and develop programs and services to address their needs. We want to create a culture in which our employees can develop on a continuous basis. Our online job marketplace provides openings across all divisions and regions. This internal mobility program is part of Human Capital Management and Development - a process that creates increased transparency and helps us to retain talented individuals by providing better access to job opportunities globally throughout the company. Our international staff assignment team assists employees wishing to make international career moves.