Business Risk Project Lead

Your role

Do you thrive in an environment that engages with all areas of the firm, Do you have a thirst to learn and the intellectual curiosity to ask the next question , Are you well organized to drive projects from the beginning through to execution, Can you communicate effectively, breaking down larger issues into digestible bites, Do you see the big picture, yet can dive into detail when required? We're looking for someone like that who can:

• drive and execute projects and initiatives in areas such as data protection, information security, records management, cyber, and business risk management
• prepare executive level presentations in simple, easy to understand terms
• engage with management and employees at various levels across geographies, and partner with cross-functional teams on various risk projects and initiatives

• capture risks and issues on projects and ensure they are remediated prior to delivery
• establish or enhance controls for each project and assist in the implementation of new processes and procedures.

Join us

At UBS, we embrace flexible ways of working when the role permits. We offer different working arrangements like part-time, job-sharing and hybrid (office and home) working. Our purpose-led culture and global infrastructure help us connect, collaborate, and work together in agile ways to meet all our business needs.

From gaining new experiences in different roles to acquiring fresh knowledge and skills, we know that great work is never done alone. We know that it's our people, with their unique backgrounds, skills, experience levels and interests, who drive our ongoing success. Together we're more than ourselves. Ready to be part of #teamUBS and make an impact?

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.

Your team

You'll be working in the Divisional Information Security Office (DISO) within US Wealth Management in Weehawken NJ. Our role is to protect our clients' personal identifiable information against data loss through maintaining strong controls, providing expert guidance and educating our stakeholders

Your expertise

• 3+ years of project management experience in a Wealth Management or Financial Services firm, with demonstrated success in executing complex projects. Experience in privacy, data protection, records management, cyber or risk management a plus
• excellent power point and other MS office skills to enable executive level presentations
• strong analytical skills, able to quickly understand complex processes, identify risks and inadequacies in procedures, as well as propose practical and sustainable solutions
• excellent communication skills with the ability to direct and influence stakeholders across the organization and break down complex issues into simple parts
• superb judgement, with an eye on mitigating risk (current and emerging)
• client focused and results oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and execute efficiently
• a team player who enjoys working in a collaborative environment

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 more than 70,000 employees, we have a presence in all major financial centers in more than 50 countries. Do you want to be one of us?

How we hire

This role requires an assessment on application. Learn more about how we hire: www.ubs.com/global/en/careers/experienced-professionals.html