Professional careers

You’ve got ambition. We’ve got your back. Sharpen your financial expertise for our clients around the world.

How we work

Learn more and take your career further than you thought possible. We know that great work is never done alone. That’s why we place collaboration at the heart of everything we do. Because together, we’re more than ourselves. We draw on our differences – who we are, what we've experienced and how we think – to bring innovative, first-class service and solutions to our clients, our colleagues and the world.

What we do

We do a lot. And we’ve got the reach, insight and talent to stay at the top of our industry.

Wealth management isn’t just something we do, it’s who we are. Helping individuals and families manage and grow wealth has been our purpose for over 160 years.

As the world’s leading (and only truly) global wealth manager, we provide our clients with an unparalleled investment offering, insightful thought leadership, and unmatched access to opportunities with some of the best talent in the industry.

We offer comprehensive financial products and services to private, corporate and institutional clients in Switzerland. And our leading position in these segments is how we maintain a multi-channel approach.

The business is a central element of our universal bank delivery model, supporting other business divisions by referring clients and growing the wealth of our private clients (so they can be transferred to Wealth Management).

Our Personal & Corporate Banking utilizes the cross-selling potential of our asset-gathering and investment bank businesses. It also manages a substantial part of our Swiss infrastructure and banking products platform. We’ve got variety.

Our Asset Management is large-scale and diversified, with a presence in 24 countries. Want options? We offer investment capabilities and investment styles across all major traditional and alternative asset classes, as well as platform solutions and advisory support (to institutions, wholesale intermediaries and wealth management clients).

Our Investment Bank offers corporate, institutional and wealth management clients expert advice, innovative solutions, execution and comprehensive access to international capital markets.

We provide advisory services and in-depth cross-asset research, through our business areas. Along with access to equities, foreign exchange, precious metals and selected rates and credit markets. On top of that, we're also experts in capital markets flow activities, including sales, trading and market-making across a range of securities.

Our Group Functions include control functions such as Finance, Risk Control (including Compliance) and Group Legal. It also contains all logistics and support services, including operations, information technology, human resources, regulatory relations and strategic initiatives, communications and branding, physical security, information security, as well as outsourcing, nearshoring and offshoring.

Technology careers

We’re constantly evolving, with technology and digital culture being at the heart of this transformation. And it’s not only about digital collaboration tools, the flexibility of hybrid working, or any model or methodology. It’s about adopting a mindset that truly transforms how we operate and innovate.

Employee

Employee benefits

Competitive benefits are a starting point. So, we often go above and beyond the standards. Our employees are vital, and we want them well taken care of. From physical and mental well-being to pension plans, family support and balancing life in general.

Programs

 

  • Far-reaching digital transformation Making employees "super human"

    Chris Gelvin, UBS Head of Group Operations, describes how his team is transforming digitally to enhance the UBS client experience

  • Global Trends Trusting the wisdom of crowds

    New platforms boomed by bringing lenders and borrowers together instantly with competitive rates. Banks need no longer be left out.

  • Social finance solutions Prioritizing social impact

    Maya Ziswiler, Head of Social Finance at the UBS Optimus Foundation, says social finance could fill the global development gap.

 

How to apply

Getting started couldn’t be easier. Search our job board and submit your CV directly (you can also import your LinkedIn profile). If you find several good matches, you can apply for up to five each month.

If you can’t find anything today, we can help. Create a job alert by clicking “Save this search” on the job board and you’ll get automatically notified for any opening that matches your skills and interests.

Everyone is welcome at UBS. And we’re committed to disability inclusion and making sure our application process is accessible for everyone. If you need reasonable accommodation/adjustments throughout our recruitment process, you can always contact us.

Depending on the role you pick, you might have to take one or more assessments. Be sure to check your email for any invites.

What do the assessments look like?

UBS Culture Match Assessment

  • React to realistic work scenarios
  • See if our values complement your approach
  • Learn about our purpose and culture

Cognitive Assessment

Coding Challenge

For most junior roles

If you’re a great fit, you’ll receive a link to record your video interview. Be sure to treat it like an in-person interview. Dress smartly, keep eye contact and be concise. You’ll do great.

 

The last part of this process is a series of virtual or in-person interviews. You’ll get the chance to meet your future line manager and potentially some peers or senior leaders. Show us your personality, tell us about your skills and share why you’re a great match for the position you’d love. This is your chance to really market yourself, so don’t be afraid to leave us with a lasting impression.

Check out our checklist for a strong interview.

We won’t leave you hanging. After the interviews, we’ll reach out as soon as possible. If it’s good news, we may ask you for some extra info (credit check, referrals, etc.) so we can finish up our screening process.

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