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Digital Transformation Lawyer / Legal Counsel 80-100%

UBS
UBS

Legal · Full-time

Zürich, Switzerland · Legal, AB T0G 1L0, Canada

Posted on Oct 2, 2026
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Digital Transformation Lawyer / Legal Counsel 80–100%

Switzerland - Zürich

Legal

Group Functions

Key responsibilities

Do you want to be a key driver of transformation projects and shape the design of digital client interaction at UBS? Do you want to play a pivotal role in the creation of new services and the evolution of banking products? If you enjoy getting to the bottom of complex topics while staying focused on outcomes, we would like to hear from you.

As part of our team, you will provide strategic and legal advice across all stages of digital transformation initiatives and strategic partnerships. You will support the development of innovative banking products and help enable new digital offerings for our clients.

Job Reference #

342783BR

City

Zürich

Job Type

Full Time

The team

You will work in the “Strategic Initiatives & Digital Transformation Legal Switzerland”, with a focus on digital transformation and banking products.

Our team combines deep subject-matter expertise with a strong team spirit, enabling creative legal thinking and high productivity. We are a trusted partner for stakeholders across digital transformation initiatives and banking products.

Our team plays a key role in advancing “change the bank” initiatives across the following areas:
­ Digital transformation initiatives, online platforms as well as app, card and payment solutions (e.g. credit and debit cards, wallets and TWINT)
­ Strategic projects, partnerships and digital business models

Your skills and experience

•­ ­master’s degree in Law; Swiss bar admission is an asset
­2-4 years of experience in an international business environment and/or in a law firm
•­ ­good knowledge of Swiss law, in particular contract law, consumer credit law and financial market law
­•­ strong problem-solving, analytical and interpersonal skills, with a proactive approach and the ability to prioritize effectively
­•­ full professional proficiency in English; fluency in German, French, or Italian is a strong advantage
­­•­ an open mindset and curiosity for digital products and technology
­•­ a strong sense of ownership, with the ability to manage and coordinate digital transformation projects and act as a key legal contact on regulatory change matters
­­•­ Strong analytical skills to identify and mitigate legal risks, combined with excellent drafting skills for clear and client‑friendly documentation
­­•­ a collaborative mindset and enthusiasm for working with Group Legal colleagues and stakeholders to co-create digital client journeys
­­•­ resilience and persistence in delivering guidance and developing innovative solutions within and beyond UBS

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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