Your role

Are you a strong relationship builder with a track record in originating and developing new business? Do you combine commercial drive with sound judgment, attention to detail, and a deep understanding of sophisticated clients' needs? We are looking for a proactive, entrepreneurial Relationship Manager to help grow our Eastern Europe-focused Wealth Management business.

In this role, you will:
• develop and execute a focused prospecting and business development plan
• originate, and convert high-quality prospects with cross-border wealth management needs
• leverage existing relationships, referrals, and market knowledge to expand our network across Eastern Europe
• build long-term client relationships by delivering tailored investment solutions and access to our global capabilities
• collaborate closely with investment specialists, product experts, risk partners, and other stakeholders
• ensure all client activities comply with regulatory, cross-border, risk and compliance requirements
• support a strong risk culture, high standards of conduct, and an excellent client experience

Your team

Based in Zurich, you will join our High Net Worth (HNW) / Ultra High Net Worth (UHNW) Wealth Management team. We advise sophisticated private clients on managing, preserving, and growing their wealth, including succession planning and long-term objectives across generations. You will benefit from UBS's global platform, specialist expertise, and a collaborative environment focused on high-quality client outcomes.

Your expertise

• several years of relevant experience in wealth management, private equity, venture capital, corporate finance, institutional solutions, or a similar finance-related business development role
• proven track record in acquiring, advising, and developing sophisticated clients, ideally with cross-border exposure
• established network of prospective clients, intermediaries, or business contacts connected to Eastern Europe
• strong regional understanding of Eastern Europe, supported by cultural familiarity, background, or market experience
• ability to originate opportunities, assess client potential, and build sustainable long-term partnerships
• solid understanding of financial products and services for sophisticated private clients
• experience in delivering client-centric solutions in a regulated, cross-border environment
• entrepreneurial, self-starting mindset with the discipline to work independently and deliver measurable results
• commercial, origination-driven approach combined with sound judgment, integrity, and strong negotiation skills
• strong organizational skills, efficient time management, and high attention to detail in documentation, follow-up, and risk processes
• excellent communication and presentation skills with confidence in dealing with sophisticated clients and senior stakeholders
• aptitude for digital tools, technology, and data-driven prospecting
• university degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field
• You're curious to explore how AI can improve how we build, deliver, and optimize workflows. You do this with sound judgment - validating outputs and aligning with policies, risk standards, and ethical use.
• fluent in English; fluency in Ukrainian and/or Russian is strongly preferred

About us

UBS is a leading and truly global wealth manager and the leading universal bank in Switzerland. We also provide diversified asset management solutions and focused investment banking capabilities. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, UBS is present in more than 50 markets around the globe.
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. Want to find out more? Visit ubs.com/careers.

Join us

At UBS, we know that it's our people, with their diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds, who drive our ongoing success. We're dedicated to our craft and passionate about putting our people first, with new challenges, a supportive team, opportunities to grow and flexible working options when possible. Our inclusive culture brings out the best in our employees, wherever they are on their career journey. And we use artificial intelligence (AI) to work smarter and more efficiently. We also recognize that great work is never done alone. That's why collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. Because together, we're more than ourselves.
We're committed to disability inclusion and if you need reasonable accommodation/adjustments throughout our recruitment process, you can always contact us.