2027 Graduate Talent Program – Switzerland Real Estate & Services – ZH

UBS; Zürich; On-site; CHF 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

UBS in Zurich is seeking ambitious graduates to join its Group Real Estate and Supply Chain Graduate Talent Program in Switzerland. You will contribute to management information, support strategic initiatives including AI, and gain exposure to governance, risk and compliance in a high-demand environment.

You’ll rotate across teams, develop core banking skills, and work with a diverse, inclusive culture that emphasizes collaboration and innovation. Start date is February 1, 2027.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate (graduated in the last 24 months) with a completed degree.
• Degree in real estate, architecture, engineering, facility management with real estate focus, or business analytics.
• Evidence of strategic thinking and strong communication skills.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and collaborate effectively.
• Experience or openness to AI-enabled solutions to improve outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to business and management activities through analysis and management information.
• Support strategic initiatives, including digital and AI-enabled solutions to improve efficiency.
• Assist governance, risk reporting, compliance and audit-related processes.
• Create audience-focused communications, presentations, townhalls and engagement activities.

Skills

German language

English language

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Autonomy

Structured work style

AI usage

Education

Real estate management

Business analytics

Job description

Your role

Interested in working in finance, specifically in corporate real estate and corresponding services, but not sure where to start? Do you want to work for a firm with a truly global footprint that consistently ranks among the world's top financial institutions? We’re looking for ambitious students to join our Group Real Estate and Supply Chain Graduate Talent Program in Switzerland.

You’ll Get To

• contribute to business and management activities through analysis and the preparation of management information
• support strategic initiatives, including the adoption of digital and AI-enabled solutions, helping to improve efficiency, transparency and employee experience
• gain insight into risk, quality and control activities by supporting governance, risk reporting, compliance and audit-related processes that help ensure a well-managed and resilient business environment
• help create clear, audience-focused communications, presentations, townhalls and engagement activities, supporting effective information sharing and collaboration

Your team

You’ll be working in Switzerland Real Estate & Services in our Zurich offices, as part of UBS Group Real Estate and Supply Chain. Our area manages UBS’s real estate and related services in Switzerland, supporting the firm’s business needs and strategic priorities. You’ll be part of a team supporting a broad range of business management activities and initiatives.

We’re Looking For a Candidate Who

• is a recent graduate (graduated in the last 24 months)
• has fully completed their degree and met all graduation requirements by the program start date
• has no more than two years of full-time work experience
• has completed their bachelor’s or master’s degree, preferably related to either real estate (e.g. real estate management, architecture, engineering, facility management with specialization in real estate management) or business analytics / data driven studies
• has values that align with ours: hard-working, trustworthy, dedicated and collaborative
• is a strategic thinker with strong communication skills
• is motivated to work in a business with high demands and tight deadlines
• can evidence how experimental and responsible use of AI can improve outcomes and efficiency
• has sharp analytical and problem-solving skills
• has a structured work style, confident working autonomously
• has excellent German and English skills

Start date: 1 February 2027

Your program

Our Graduate Talent Program is 18 months long, and is designed to help you develop the skills you need to grow your career. To start, the program introduces you to our firm, provides professional and technical training and teaches you core skills and knowledge in banking. And it continues from there: by learning from your colleagues, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to develop new skills and build your network. You’ll have the opportunity to see beyond your job by participating in one, or several, rotations. If you’re ready to work where no two days are the same, this program is for you.

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.

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.

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.