IB Cross Stream Change - Initiative Manager

Are you an experienced project manager looking for your next big challenge? Do you know what it takes to deliver complex regulatory or strategic front to back change in an Agile operating environment?

We’re looking for someone like this to:
•manage the delivery of one (or more) Investment bank change projects, as part of a larger IB-wide strategic and/or regulatory change programs. Current programmes include Fundamental Review of the Trading Book, EU T+1 Settlement, Crypto Tax Regulations, US Treasury Clearing, Mifid II
•create and manage the project plan, agile budget, resources, risks, issues and delivery schedule
•lead a multidisciplinary team through the full project lifecycle
•develop strong relationships with all project stakeholders
•provide regular updates to senior management
•ensure that Run the Bank are kept informed and involved and able to take on their new responsibilities after go live

Your team

You will be working in the IB Change team in tri-state area. The IB Change team is part of the IB Chief Operating Office and works in partnership with the Business, Chief Data and Information Office and Group functions, and takes ownership to manage and deliver critical strategic and regulatory changes for the Investment Bank. The team is made up of approximately 80 dedicated program and project managers and business analysts and is focused on the delivery of critical strategic and regulatory change programs and projects that impact across multiple IB business areas and front to back functions.

Your expertise

•experience of project management and delivery in an Investment Bank (or consulting to Investment Banks)
•ability to build relationships across a global organization, build trust and influence others
•experienced in managing a team, and/or multiple indirect reports in a program structure
•experienced in multiple project delivery methodologies including waterfall and agile
•good analytical and problem solving skills, quick learner with good attention to detail
•ability to work under pressure, hit deadlines and manage to a budget
•experience of delivering regulatory projects and/or knowledge of the regulatory landscape would be an advantage
•aptitude for technology
•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

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.

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.