Julian Müller, Referee and Strategy Manager: Maintain the Peace When It Counts

Julian Müller, Referee and Strategy Manager: Maintain the Peace When It Counts

Mar 4, 2026 2 minutes

What does it take to make the right decisions while under constant pressure? In this video interview you’ll discover how Julian Müller, referee and Strategy Manager at SIX, deals with challenges, remains fair, and balances multiple obligations at the same time.

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When a referee makes a decision, there’s no turning back – and usually no applause. It’s just this ability – to remain calm, clear, and fair even under the greatest pressure – that characterizes Julian Müller, not only on the football (soccer) pitch, but also in his everyday professional life at SIX.

Julian Müller

Julian Müller works as Head Investor Relations & Chief of Staff at SIX, and mostly provides background support on strategic questions and stakeholder issues. He studied Banking and Finance at the University of Zurich and five years ago began his career at SIX with an internship within the M&A team, where his loyalties have remained ever since.

Julian has been a referee with the Swiss Football Association for more than 13 years. His path has taken him from junior matches to Switzerland’s dieci Challenge League as well as his Assistant Video Assistant Referee (AVAR) role in the Brack Super League, the highest league of Swiss football.

Communication in the Office and on the Pitch

For Julian Müller, communication plays a key role whether it’s in his everyday work life, or out on the football pitch. “When I communicate, I always have to decide what I say to whom,” he explains. ”When I’m on the field, it means that I’m talking with 22 different individuals, who all have different interests, backgrounds, and are from different cultures. You have to convey your message very precisely,” says Julian. It’s a skill that he learned at SIX, and has successfully carried over to football. 

When I’m on the field, it means that I’m talking with 22 different individuals, who all have different interests, backgrounds, and are from different cultures. You have to convey your message very precisely

Julian Müller, Head Investor Relations & Chief of Staff

Calm, Even in Heated Situations

His composure in demanding situations is no coincidence either. “My friends often ask me ‘Why are you always so calm?’ Julian recounts. He’s acquired this calmness over the years as a referee. “Making clear decisions under pressure becomes a strength over time,” he says. It’s precisely this experience that helps him today in the dynamic work environment at SIX.

At the end of the discussion, in a short rapid-fire round, Julian reveals where his preference lies. Is it the referee’s jersey, or a suit and tie?

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