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Lawyer, Wealth Management and Private Banking (French speaker)LuxembourgLegalGroup Functions Job Reference #339520BRCity LuxembourgJob Type Full Time Key responsibilitiesDo you have experience with a wide range of legal matters related to private banking and wealth management? Do you love providing solutions? We're looking for someone like that to:- act as a senior strategic legal adviser to the business, providing clear, risk-based guidance on complex matters across banking and financial services regulation and civil law, including consumer and investor protection, lending, insurance distribution, cross-border business and private international law- serve as key contributor to the legal workstream for strategic initiatives, new products and business-critical projects, translating regulatory developments into practical business actions- advise senior management and relevant governance forums, exercising independent judgement and providing constructive challenge on material legal, regulatory and reputational risks- where needed, work closely with and manage external counsel with accountability for quality, cost and outcomes- contribute to the effectiveness of the legal team by sharing expertise, collaborating with colleagues and improving processes, knowledge management and the responsible use of legal technology.Your Career ComebackWe are open to applications from career returners. Find out more about our program on <a href="ubs.com/careercomeback" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">ubs.com/careercomeback</a>.The teamYou'll be based in Luxembourg or Krakow and work as part of Legal Global Wealth Management Luxembourg. You'll join an enthusiastic team of lawyers and handle a broad range of legal topics with direct business impact.Your skills and experienceYou have:- a university degree in law- strong knowledge of European banking and financial services regulation, with expertise in wealth management, private banking and cross-border business- typically 7 or more years of relevant post-qualification experience in wealth management or private banking, gained in a law firm, financial institution or supervisory authority- a track record of independently covering complex, high-impact legal matters and advising senior executives on strategic, regulatory and reputational risk- a collaborative approach, with a willingness to share knowledge, support colleagues and contribute positively to the team- a strong interest in innovation and legal technology, including the governance and responsible use of AI to improve legal processes and service deliveryYou are:- a clear communicator with strong interpersonal and analytical skills, comfortable working with colleagues at all levels- a strategic thinker with excellent judgement, commercial awareness and the confidence to take clear positions on complex or sensitive matters- calm and decisive under pressure, able to explain legal boundaries, options and risk trade-offs clearly and to escalate material issues appropriately- proactive, accountable and able to set priorities across a demanding portfolio while maintaining high standards and meeting deadlines- collaborative and inclusive, comfortable working as part of a team- fluent in English and French; German or other languages are a plus- confident using AI-enabled tools such as Copilot and comfortable using prompts in practiceYou'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 usUBS 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 <a href="ubs.com/careers" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">ubs.com/careers</a>.Join usAt 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 DetailsUBS Business Solutions SAUBS RecruitingDisclaimer / Policy statementsUBS 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.When applying for this role, please note that additional background checks may be carried out and an original of your criminal record may be requested.About BANK-nowBANK-now is a subsidiary of UBS and one of Switzerland's leading credit and leasing specialists. We have been providing consumer loans for individuals and leasing solutions for individuals and companies since 2007. We are headquartered in the state-of-the-art Panorama building in Horgen with branches across Switzerland and more than 300 employees dedicated to serving our customers. Learn more about us: <a href="bank-now.ch/jobs-and-careers" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">bank-now.ch/jobs-and-careers</a>
