The LiveWorkSwitzerland team has decades of experience of navigating Swiss life and the Swiss employment market.
With both Swiss career coaches and advisers from other countries who have made Switzerland their home, the team combines professional knowledge with practical experience to guide you through every step of your career move and relocation.
With over a decade of Swiss recruitment experience, Matthew has helped 1,000+ professionals land roles at top companies including Google and leading Swiss startups.
Matthew is a leading Swiss careers coach whose own experience of arriving in Switzerland alone, with no job, network, or fluent language skills – became the foundation of LiveWorkSwitzerland. His journey from starting over to career success inspired him to help others build fulfilling professional lives here.
Drawing on deep experience across both startups and global corporations, Matthew has guided hundreds of professionals to successfully relocate, switch industries, and negotiate higher salaries. His background as a recruiter gives clients the insider knowledge and confidence to navigate the Swiss job market effectively
With deep expertise in global recruitment and startup growth, Daniel has led talent acquisition strategies that helped Swiss tech companies expand worldwide – from the USA to EMEA and APAC.
With a background in volunteering and working with diverse cultures, Daniel developed a deep sense of empathy and a drive to make a positive impact. Through recruitment and coaching, he discovered his true value lies in guiding individuals through both personal and professional growth. Whether navigating the rules of a start-up or a corporation, Daniel finds joy in helping people understand the ‘game’ and carve their own unique path.
Also an avid mountain climber like his brother, Daniel is a passionate cook, reader and philosopher.
David Bruschweiler
With a strong background in technical SaaS sales and fluency in seven languages, David helps professionals master Swiss business culture and accelerate their career growth.
David Bruschweiler is a Swiss sales manager with profound knowledge of Swiss culture and interview preparation. David speaks seven languages fluently, including Swiss German, German, Italian, French, English, Portuguese and Spanish.
Increasing quality of life is David’s North Star, constantly evaluating ways to get the most value out of your time and expertise. In his work as a Swiss careers coach, he is passionate about supporting professionals in the career advancement journey while simultaneously finding a healthy balance in life.
In his own time, David is a professional musician, sportsman (mountain climbing, bodybuilding and yoga), accomplished trader and father of two.
Ildiko Katai
As Managing Director of LiveWorkSwitzerland, Ildiko brings a unique blend of strategic leadership, cross-cultural expertise, and human-centered vision to the organization.
With more than two decades of experience managing international social and educational initiatives across Europe, Africa, and Asia, Ildiko has dedicated her career to helping people adapt, grow, and thrive in new environments. Her experience in leading global organizations, as well as her degree in psychology, makes her an expert in helping families relocate and help high achieving professionals balance family life and high pressure careers.
Now based in Switzerland, Ildiko leads LiveWorkSwitzerland’s operations and strategy, ensuring that the company continues to bridge the gap between individuals seeking meaningful careers and the Swiss labour market’s evolving needs. Her leadership focuses on sustainable growth, service quality, and building partnerships that empower both people and organizations.
Fluent in English and Hungarian, and conversational in German, Ildiko combines a global mindset with a grounded, people-first approach — helping LiveWorkSwitzerland remain a trusted partner for those building their careers and lives in Switzerland.
Michael Van Rheenen
With 12+ years in Swiss tech, Michael guides professionals through successful relocations and career transitions, from landing jobs to building new lives in Switzerland.
Michael Van Rheenen is a Dutch tech consultant and relocation expert with over 12 years of experience working in Switzerland. Michael specializes in helping people explore their full potential, having both hired and mentored many talented techies in both corporate and start-up environments in Switzerland.
He’s also had first hand experience of relocating to Switzerland, making him a master in every aspect of this challenge, from finding a job to renting a flat and even getting your kids into the right school.
Another avid mountain climber, Michael enjoys gaming, photography and cooking
Susanne Mosbacher
Susanne Mosbacher has 30 years of experience as a human resources (HR) expert and business coach on the Swiss market. She is the founder & CEO of actively, an HR transformation agency trusted by over 100 companies of all sizes in Switzerland since 2007.
As a leadership and business coach Susanne is driven by helping professionals unlock more of their potential and become better leaders.
A healthy lifestyle enthusiast, Susanne is also a yoga, mindfulness and meditation coach, and an avid traveler and blogger.
