Business Strategist / Business Strategistess

Your Role

Are you passionate about shaping the future of wealth management through digital transformation and AI? Do you envision yourself as a key player in driving strategic projects and contributing to our GWM AI & digital transformation roadmap on a global scale?

We’re seeking a Business Strategist to:

• Develop and implement business strategies aligned with GWM objectives and the Group’s AI vision, driving growth and profitability.
• Lead strategic roadmap development and execution governance, ensuring robust frameworks for project delivery and stakeholder alignment.
• Utilize data and analytics to inform decision-making, leveraging insights from APAC and global competitive landscapes to evaluate performance.
• Build and manage strategic partnerships, including direct engagement with external FinTechs and internal business sectors, to enhance digital transformation initiatives.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration, working across multiple locations and cultures, while managing a diverse range of stakeholders (e.g., business, risk, and senior management).
• Effectively communicate strategies and recommendations both internally and externally.

Your Team

You will be part of the Digital Transformation team within the Front-to-back Digitalization (F2BD) function in GWM COO, located in Zurich, Switzerland. This centralized team drives the AI and transformation agenda for GWM globally, with mandates across strategy & partnership, delivery management, AI adoption & change management, and team & capabilities development.

Our team fosters a collaborative and innovative culture. We are dedicated to creating a work environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to our digital transformation journey. We empower team members to excel in areas they are passionate about and provide growth paths tailored to individual aspirations.

Your Expertise

• A minimum of 7 years’ experience as a business strategist or in digital transformation-related roles, preferably within wealth management.
• Cross-cultural exposure and experience working across locations, with a proven ability to manage and align a diverse array of stakeholders, including senior management and risk functions.
• Proficient in establishing and overseeing cross-functional project governance frameworks.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in integrating a multi-disciplinary approach to stimulate innovation and AI adoption.
• Strong partnership experience, including direct collaboration with external FinTechs and internal business sectors to launch new digital offerings and strategic AI initiatives.
• Skilled in designing and driving strategic objectives and deliverables, defining transformation roadmaps, and leading to execution.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and align senior stakeholders across functions and regions.
• Fluent in English and at least one additional Asian language.

Join Us

At UBS, we recognize that our success is driven by our people, with their diverse skills, experiences, and backgrounds. We are dedicated to our craft and passionate about prioritizing our personnel, offering new challenges, a supportive team environment, growth opportunities, and flexible working arrangements when possible. Our inclusive culture allows all employees to shine, regardless of their career stage. We harness artificial intelligence (AI) to work smarter and more efficiently, and we believe that collaboration is essential, as together, we are stronger.

We are committed to disability inclusion. If you require reasonable accommodations or adjustments during the recruitment process, please feel free to reach out to us.

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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.