Relationship Manager WM Eastern Europe

UBS; Zürich; On-site; CHF 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

UBS in Zürich seeks an experienced Relationship Manager to grow our Eastern Europe-focused Wealth Management business. You will build trusted relationships with entrepreneurs, executives, investors, and family offices, and connect clients with UBS's investment, advisory, and wealth planning capabilities.

You have a track record advising sophisticated clients, strong commercial judgment, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced, regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in wealth management or related financial services.
• Proven ability to develop business opportunities and manage sophisticated clients.
• Strong regional knowledge of Eastern Europe is preferred.
• Fluent English; Ukrainian or Russian language skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a focused business development strategy for new clients and referral sources.
• Identify and cultivate relationships with entrepreneurs, executives, investors and family offices across Eastern Europe.
• Build a strong network through market engagement and internal collaboration.
• Understand clients' needs and connect them with UBS's investment and wealth planning capabilities.
• Ensure client activities comply with regulatory and risk requirements.
• Support a high standard of client experience and risk culture.

Skills

Wealth Management

Relationship Management

Business Development

Client Acquisition

Cross-functional Collaboration

Regulatory Compliance

Education

University degree in Finance/Business/Economics

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Are you a strong relationship builder with a track record of developing business opportunities and building trusted partnerships with sophisticated clients?

Job Type

Full Time

Job Reference #

340288BR

City

Zürich

Key Responsibilities

Are you a strong relationship builder with a track record of developing business opportunities and building trusted partnerships with sophisticated clients? Do you combine commercial drive with sound judgment, attention to detail, and an understanding of complex financial situations? We’re looking for a proactive, entrepreneurial Relationship Manager to help grow our Eastern Europe-focused Wealth Management business. We are interested in candidates with a strong track record advising entrepreneurs, executives, investors, institutions, or family‑owned businesses. Existing wealth management experience or an existing private client book is welcome but not required. In this role, you will:

• develop and execute a focused business development strategy targeting prospective clients and referral sources
• identify, engage, and cultivate relationships with entrepreneurs, executives, family business owners, investors, and other sophisticated clients across Eastern Europe
• build a strong network through market engagement, referrals, professional relationships, and internal collaboration
• develop a deep understanding of clients' needs and connect them with UBS's investment, advisory, and wealth planning capabilities
• 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

The 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 Skills And Experience

• several years of experience in wealth management, investment banking, private equity, venture capital, corporate finance, institutional coverage, consulting, family office advisory, or a comparable client-facing financial services role
• demonstrated ability to develop business opportunities, originate relationships, and work with sophisticated clients and decision-makers
• strong regional understanding of Eastern Europe, supported by cultural familiarity, background, or market experience
• interest in wealth management and advising entrepreneurs, business owners, investors, and families on their financial objectives
• entrepreneurial mindset with a strong sense of ownership and the ability to work independently
• 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.
• commercial acumen combined with sound judgment, integrity, and strong relationship management 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 engaging senior executives, founders, investors, and other sophisticated stakeholders
• aptitude for digital tools, technology, and data-driven business development
• university degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field
• 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.

Contact Details

UBS Business Solutions SA

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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.