Switzerland
Christian Scherrer
Group Head of Human Resources
Investing in experience
Banking is about people. Our people, who create, develop, and provide the services and products that make our business. We strive to provide them with an environment that helps them thrive.
If you are looking to join a bank that puts client relationships first, where the decision-making process is clear and fast, and where teamwork is paramount, UBP is for you. Challenge, performance, and dedication are key words that describe our business approach. At its heart, UBP is a family business, driven by an entrepreneurial spirit. UBP is also financially stable, has clear company values, and a long-term vision, thanks to its family ownership.
The right conditions
We will provide you with great support to achieve both your goals and ours. You will be working in a dynamic environment where you will face exciting new challenges every day. We believe in the future and in providing stimulating conditions for our professionals to thrive and embrace the Bank’s objectives as their own.
"In the knowledge that our Bank is its people, UBP prides itself on providing a productive work environment where respect, innovation, creativity, proactivity, exchange, teamwork and dedication to clients come naturally."
Rewarding returns
By providing an intellectually stimulating working environment and freedom to come up with new ideas, we aim to ensure that employees can keep developing new skills. You will see great returns on the efforts you invest; we are truly a career-building company, where employees are also supported through various training programmes and development opportunities.
"In today’s dynamic landscape, we cannot afford to stand still. Continuous learning and personal development are no longer optional but essential to stay competitive and relevant in the market. At UBP, we recognise the importance of these principles, and we are committed to supporting professional growth."
A strong culture
We recognise that each person is unique and offers unique skills. UBP is strengthened and enriched by the diversity that comes from the mix of nationalities among its employees. This contributes to the spirit that drives progress and innovation at UBP. First and foremost, you know who you are working for and what the objectives are.
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Join our team
We are always looking for new talent to strengthen our teams, in Switzerland and around the world. If you believe that you have the ‘drive we demand’, please consult our job openings, or send us your speculative application.
Your HR experts
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Switzerland
Isabel Gayo
Head of Learning and Development
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First half-year results 2024
Union Bancaire Privée’s net profit rises by 24.6% to CHF 138.1 million
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Finnish ex-premier addresses UBP clients
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New White Paper covers shareholder voting on remuneration
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UBP lays the foundations of a pragmatic sustainability offering
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