The Challenge:

UBS’s Asset Management division needs to source highly specialised talent in a competitive market. The team aims to hire the best people for the right roles with meritocracy at the forefront of any decision that is made. 

“One of our main objectives is to hire the best talent, but also to be broad based and inclusive in our hiring practices to attract a diverse talent slate,” explains Paul Violante, Head of Recruiting for UBS Asset Management.

The Solution:

UBS attended BWAM’s inaugural conference in 2022 – an investment event designed to connect experienced professionals across asset management.

“I’ve never been to a conference where people were so open to chat,” recalls a UBS attendee, “the atmosphere encouraged candid conversations and sparked new connections.”

The Outcome:

During the networking lunch, the UBS team met an Infrastructure Investment Specialist who was based in Sweden and hadn’t been on their radar previously. The individual had an impressive background in a very niche area. Introductions were made to relevant stakeholders at UBS and an offer was made within a couple of months of the initial meeting.

The BWAM Impact:

• Discovered talent outside traditional sourcing channels and geographies.
• Strengthened reputation for inclusive hiring.
• Expanded reach across European markets through authentic networking.

UBS sees BWAM as a differentiated network that opens doors to talent missed by traditional search. The conference setting offered meaningful engagement in an environment that felt authentic and energising.