Your Trusted Guide to
Relocating and Living
in Switzerland

Executive Relocation · Talent Attraction · Domestic Move

I first worked with Irina in 2007 when she supported my own relocation from San Francisco to Basel. Since then, my teams and I have repeatedly relied on Irina and ISC Executive Services across different company-building phases. Whenever we needed to attract, relocate or support international talent in Switzerland - especially in complex or sensitive situations - Irina was our trusted relocation partner. She combines deep local expertise with discretion, responsiveness and a personal understanding of what executives and their families need to feel confident, welcomed and well supported. I have also trusted Irina with private relocation matters and have recommended her services to colleagues with equally positive experiences.

Luca Santarelli

Biotech Entrepreneur & CEO, Windward Bio

USA → Switzerland

Self-directed relocation using online expert sessions

I preferred organising my relocation myself but wanted the reassurance of having an experienced Switzerland expert available whenever I encountered something unfamiliar. Instead of a traditional relocation package, I booked individual consultations at key stages of the move. Whether it was understanding the apartment application process, reviewing a lease agreement or clarifying administrative requirements, ISC Executive Services provided exactly the expertise I needed, when I needed it. It gave me the confidence to make informed decisions while remaining fully in control of my relocation.

David C.

Treasury Manager · Family Office

Germany → Switzerland

Executive Relocation · Domestic Move · Ongoing Administrative Support

I have worked with Irina and ISC Executive Services on several occasions — first for my full relocation to Switzerland, and later for a move within Switzerland. In both situations, Irina provided highly professional, reliable and practical support. She handled the details with great care, anticipated potential issues and made each step feel clear and manageable. I also continue to rely on her for mail and administrative support, which gives me great peace of mind. Her experience, responsiveness and personal commitment are truly valuable.

Van Tuan Nguyen

Global Executive · Healthcare

Germany → Switzerland · Later move within Switzerland

Executive Relocation · Talent Attraction · Departure Support

Irina was exceptionally helpful when my family and I relocated to Switzerland through my employer, both on pre-assignment and for full relocation support. I later engaged her several times within the company to support international employees we recruited and relocated to Switzerland. Irina was not only outstanding on practical relocation matters, she was a friendly and valuable local guide and connector, helping people understand Switzerland, build confidence, and feel at home more quickly. When we eventually left Switzerland, I booked her privately for departure support. Across every stage, Irina's professionalism, responsiveness, and deep local knowledge made it easy to navigate the complexity of an international move.

Anirvan Ghosh

Managing Partner, Mission Rock Advisors · former VP Neuroscience, Roche

USA → Switzerland → USA

Relocation Strategy & Expert Sessions · Visa & Permit Support

With the help of a Relocation Strategy Session and a few targeted expert sessions, my partner and I were able to manage our move to Switzerland ourselves and stay within budget. ISC Executive Services helped us evaluate whether Zürich or Basel would be the better home base for us, taking both our careers, interests and preferences into account. They also guided us through the visa and residence permit application process and continued to support us with subsequent permit extensions. In addition, they advised us on the housing market, reviewed our rental contract, explained the apartment application process and helped us understand the practical timelines. We received exactly the expert input we needed, while remaining fully in control of our relocation.

Sarah M.

Research Professional · Swiss Academic Institution

UK → Switzerland

Family Relocation · Repeat Relocation

I had the pleasure of working with Irina and ISC Executive Services during my corporate relocation from Brazil to Switzerland, and again on a later move to Basel. In both situations, Irina combined outstanding efficiency and competence with a very personal, reassuring and pleasant way of working. She handled the many practical and administrative details with great professionalism, making the relocation process feel smooth, well organized and much easier for my family and me. I would not hesitate to recommend Irina to anyone relocating to Switzerland.

Eduardo Rodrigues

Partner, Deloitte

Brazil → Switzerland

Family Relocation & Departure Support

Irina supported our family relocation from the USA to Basel and later also assisted us when we moved back to the USA. Throughout both transitions, she was highly professional, reliable and incredibly helpful. From the practical and administrative details to housing, settling-in support and everyday questions about life in Switzerland, Irina guided us with great care, local expertise and a very personal approach. She made a major international move feel much more manageable and helped our family feel supported at every stage. We would highly recommend Irina and ISC Executive Services to families and professionals relocating to or from Switzerland.

Astrid Rüefli-Brasse

Vice President, Tumor Biology, Pfizer

USA → Switzerland → USA

Family Relocation & Swiss Citizenship Pathway

Irina was our relocation agent when our family of four moved from the US to Switzerland in 2011. I couldn't imagine anyone working harder than she did to help us all get settled over a period of several months. Not only does she possess all the local knowledge and contacts necessary to successfully navigate the numerous immigration, housing and employment issues but her friendly disposition always made her a joy to work with. Her complete fluency in English and German was invaluable in her role and her availability to help at anytime was much appreciated. Any individual, family or organisation that is fortunate enough to work with Irina will be assured of the best service possible.

Nick Owlett

International Education Consultant

USA → Switzerland

Family Relocation · Departure Support

The housing market in Basel can be quite competitive. Working with Irina Cueni proved to be critical in helping us find our beautiful apartment. Irina is very professional and efficient and is truly a pleasure to work with. She knows the Basel market extremely well, and puts the best foot forward for her clients. Since she already knows many of the Basel area landlords, she gives her clients that extra advantage that can make all the difference in securing the best housing options. Once she has found a great home for her clients, she doesn't stop there as she opens her extensive network to help her clients find the best options for schools, healthcare, insurance options, and all the other essentials of beginning a new life in Basel. We consider ourselves very fortunate to have met Irina and to have her as a constant source of knowledge during our integration into Basel. We give her our highest recommendation.

Thomas Woiwode & Allison Owens

Versant Ventures

Germany → Switzerland → USA

Family Relocation

Relocation to a new country is not easy as you need to look after so many aspects. We could fully rely on Irina to support me and my family's relocation to Switzerland. From the first Pre-Relocation trip until every family member is totally settled and familiar with the area, Irina holds herself accountable and guides you through all the different steps of becoming a Swiss citizen. She is an open and friendly person who enjoys social interaction and quickly engages with people in her professional environment. A highly reliable performer who takes her commitments seriously. Together with her excellent professional skills I would like to highlight the great person she is; always available to invest extra time to help with a smile on her face. She is plenty of energy all the time and has a strong service-provider mentality aiming to understand the needs of her clients. I would not have any doubts to work again with Irina.

Juan-Jose Gonzalez Roman

F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG

Mexico → Switzerland

Executive Talent Attraction

I recruit executives to Roche and Irina has been instrumental in the process to attract top tier talent. She is professional, informative and personable to prospective candidates. Relocation is often a difficult decision for candidates and their families and Irina is able to greatly assist. I only wish all my clients had such a wonderful resource as Irina. Her contribution has been so significant in every assignment we've worked on together. I can't recommend her more highly.

Julia Kaplan

Julia Kaplan Executive Search

La Jolla, San Diego, USA