2026 Graduate Talent Program – GWM EMEA Business Risk Organization Nouveau
Job Reference
325398BR
City
Zürich
Your role
Interested in working in finance, specifically as a wealth management professional serving clients, 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 2026 Global Wealth Management Graduate Talent Program.
You’ll get to:
- get experience in international and dynamic environment, working closely with a team of experts, and collaborating with a wide range of departments and businesses, from legal and compliance to risk and other Business Areas
- gain exposure to different types of risks and regulations
- build market-specific, cross border, regulatory expertise and experience, supporting Specialists in performing their roles and being part of various team initiatives
- work with the front on client cases and learn how the bank manages market and client risks
- leverage analytics, perform deep dives, reviews, clean-ups and monitor emerging topics
- be a part of the banks’ integration journey, constituting an exceptional event, fully merging two different and distinct platforms.
- collaborate with different teams on strategic projects with a goal of improving our client experience and driving engagement
- build an understanding of our industry, culture, and strategy, while learning about how we operate to effectively meet the needs of our clients
- develop professionally by establishing a network of mentors and business contacts we believe are some of the best in the business
- attend educational events led by senior leaders that provide extensive exposure and insight into the business
Your team
You’ll be working in our Global Wealth Management team in Switzerland. We provide advice-based solutions to deliver products and services designed to address the needs of ultra-high net worth and high-net worth individuals and families. We’ve successfully built the number one wealth management franchise in the world. You’ll work with the best talent in the industry, as we help manage, preserve and grow the wealth of our clients.
In EMEA BRO, and specifically Regulatory and Risk Processes and Initiatives (RRPI) team, we provide optimal risk services which enable EMEA to deliver on its client promise and sustainably achieve its goals.
The RRPI team is specifically focused on:
- ensuring regulatory compliance of the business by proactive monitoring of regulatory developments and timely implementation of regulatory change initiatives
- supporting / leading various risk initiatives, ensuring effective risk management processes and remediation of existing and new issues, which enable EMEA to sustainably achieve its goals
- creating awareness for important risk topics with the front, incl. conducting specific trainings/information sessions and providing platforms for information exchange
- bringing together views of front, Legal, Compliance to enable sustainable solutions
- providing continuous support and advice to the front and other stakeholders as a go-to team and sparring partner for risk-related topics
Your expertise
We’re looking for a candidate who:
- has completed their bachelor’s or master’s degree no longer than 18 months prior to the program start date
- has excellent English (written and oral), fluency in German preferred
- has structured and detailed oriented personality with numerical and analytical skills
- has strong social and collaborative skills, with an ability to cope with diverse personalities in an international environment
- has values that align with ours: hard-working, trustworthy, dedicated and collaborative
- is motivated to work in a business with high demands and tight deadlines
Start Date: 1st February 2026
We’re looking for someone who’s curious and wants to thrive in a business that never stops moving. We welcome all majors, but it’s important to have an interest in the financial industry. We want to see what makes you unique and discover what you can bring to our team.
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 of wealth management. 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 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 our large and diverse team operating internationally, we have a presence in all major financial centers in more than 50 countries. Although we all come from different backgrounds and specializations, two things unite us: the conviction that we’re stronger together, and the will and curiosity to constantly improve.
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. 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.
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