Poland

Investment Banking

Investment Bank

Your role

Are you a project manager looking for your next big challenge? Do you know what it takes to deliver complex changes in an Agile operating environment? Are you comfortable presenting to and influencing senior management stakeholders?

We're looking for an Initiative Manager to:
• manage the delivery of one (or more) new change initiative as part of larger IB-wide strategic and/or regulatory change programs. Examples of projects we handle include European T+1 Settlement, CRD VI, transaction/trade reporting regulations, and others
• manage the project plan, resources, risks, issues, delivery schedule, and quality
• steer 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 teams are kept informed, involved, and able to take on their new responsibilities after go-live

Job Reference #

336031BR

City

Kraków

Job Type

Full Time

Your team

You will be working in the IB Change team in the heart of Krakow City in Poland (Fabryczna Office Park). The team is part of a broader international organisation, reporting into the IB Chief Operating Office and working in partnership with the Business, Chief Data & Information Office, and Group Functions. It takes ownership to manage and deliver critical strategic and regulatory changes for the Investment Bank. This global team is made up of approximately 80 dedicated initiative managers and business/data analysts, and is focused on the delivery of critical strategic and regulatory change programs and projects that impact multiple IB business areas and front-to-back functions.


We are a diverse team and are committed to fostering and advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion. This strengthens our business and brings value to our clients. We support a hybrid working model.

Your expertise

• Ideally, 2+ years of experience in project management and delivery within a financial organisation (or consulting within the financial sector)
• experience with multiple project delivery methodologies, including waterfall and agile
• experience delivering regulatory projects and/or knowledge of the regulatory landscape would be an advantage
• experience with Run-the-Bank delivery and/or knowledge of financial products would be an advantage
• ability to build relationships across a global organisation, establish trust, and influence internal and external stakeholders
• strong analytical and problem-solving skills, quick learner with good attention to detail
• structured, organised with strong planning skills
• a ‘can do’ approach and willingness to learn
• ability to work under pressure, hit deadlines and manage to a budget
• aptitude for technology
• proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• strong written and verbal communication skills in English is a must

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.

Contact Details

UBS Business Solutions SA
UBS Recruiting

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.

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