Business Risk Specialist [Switzerland]

 

Switzerland - Zürich

Management and Business Support, Portfolio and fund management, Process, project and program management, Risk

Global Wealth Management

Job Reference #

275627BR

City

Opfikon

Job Type

Full Time

Your role

Are you highly proficient at identifying, assessing, and effectively mitigating risks? Are you interested in working in a multifaceted environment with a broad range of products and services? Does analyzing complex situations to come up with a solution appeal to you?
We are looking for someone like you to:

• analyze and evaluate processes, products and services with the aim to identify and assess operational risks and effectively manage these
• develop strategies (i.e. risk management frameworks; business processes) to manage and mitigate the identified risks
• work closely with business leaders and stakeholders to ensure that risk management processes are integrated into Global Investment Management’s value chain and risk considerations are integral part of the risk culture
• capture the status quo, draw conclusions, develop options how to improve the modus operandi and ensure implementation of the identified improvements
• observe external and internal trends and developments with risk or regulatory angles as well as from a simplification and automation perspective and in that context, assess and formulate solutions, products, programs, strategies to improve processes.
• challenge and support senior management in risk related matters as well as adequate governance and business set-up and take lead in projects related to these topics.
• interact with second and third line of defense with the aim to ensure risk avoidance and risk mitigating measures are robust, well designed and supported
• take the lead on cross-functional project management activities and successfully manage the implementation and rollout of project deliverables into the business (risk) organization.
• closely partner with our regional as well as functional Global IM leaders and colleagues to drive implementation of the Global IM strategy, roadmap and agenda.

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Your team

Global Investment Management is responsible for the delivery and management of investment content and solutions within GWM (UBS Global Wealth Management). Furthermore, Global IM also coordinates the investment value chain and ensures that our CIO's recommendations are consistently reflected in our solutions for UBS Manage, UBS Advice, CIO-aligned asset allocation funds (e.g. UBS AM Strategy Funds), proprietary hedge funds and private market offerings (e.g. MVPE) and Wealth Way. In addition to this, Global Investment Management provides the universe of mutual funds, hedge funds and private market instruments for GWM and provides trust and life insurance services through its Wealth Planning business.

Diversity helps us grow, together. That’s why we are committed to fostering and advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion. It strengthens our business and brings value to our clients.

Your expertise

• multiple years of practical experience in risk management with strong focus on implementation within the global financial service or banking industry OR deep knowledge to investment products and services
• university degree or equivalent (e.g. Economics, Physics, Mathematics) and any other risk / investment focused certification (e.g. FRM,CFA, CIIA) is a prerequisite
• strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with various teams, stakeholders, and senior management
• leadership skills to guide and mentor team members and drive a culture of risk management within the organization
• organized, structured, confident working autonomously and able to think outside the box
• able to grasp new topics quickly, prioritize, problem-solve, synthesize findings and propose practical solutions
• excellent analytical skills with high level of accuracy and exceptional attention to detail
• German language skills would be an advantage

About us

UBS is the world’s largest and only truly global wealth manager. We operate through four business divisions: Global Wealth Management, Personal & Corporate Banking, Asset Management and the Investment Bank. Our global reach and the breadth of our expertise set us apart from our competitors.

With more than 70,000 employees, we have a presence in all major financial centers in more than 50 countries. Do you want to be one of us?

How we hire

This role requires an assessment on application. Learn more about how we hire: www.ubs.com/global/en/careers/experienced-professionals.html

Join us

At UBS, we embrace flexible ways of working when the role permits. We offer different working arrangements like part-time, job-sharing and hybrid (office and home) working. Our purpose-led culture and global infrastructure help us connect, collaborate, and work together in agile ways to meet all our business needs.

From gaining new experiences in different roles to acquiring fresh knowledge and skills, we know that great work is never done alone. We know that it's our people, with their unique backgrounds, skills, experience levels and interests, who drive our ongoing success. Together we’re more than ourselves. Ready to be part of #teamUBS and make an impact?

Contact Details

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Disclaimer / Policy Statements

UBS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce.