UBS

Equity, Option & ETF Specialist

UBS$100K — $150K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of relevant experience in sales, trading, or research within a global investment or private bank.
  • Strong understanding of financial instruments, asset classes, and macroeconomic drivers.
  • Detail-oriented with the ability to simplify complex information for clients and advisors.
  • Solid financial analysis skills for producing trade ideas and market commentary.
  • Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint, with a familiarity of AI tools.
  • Must hold Series 7, 66, or 63 licenses.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the primary resource for equity investing advice for Ultra High Net Worth Financial Advisors.
  • Communicate macro commentary and investment recommendations to clients and UBS Advisors.
  • Proactively share ideas with the trading desk and broader team to enhance service offerings.
  • Collaborate closely with the Head of Options Strategy and contribute to desk operations.
  • Understand and anticipate client needs for tailored financial products and solutions.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with financial advisors and field leaders.

Benefits

  • Access to a vibrant and collaborative team environment in the New York City office.
  • Opportunity to engage with high-profile clients and a diverse financial market.
  • Exposure to interdisciplinary collaboration across investment banking sectors.
  • Professional development support including advanced skills training and resources.
  • Participation in a growth-oriented team covering dynamic regions like the Midwest and Texas.
Full Job Description
Your role

UBS is seeking a Experienced Equity, Option & ETF Specialist to:
• serve as the primary resource for advice on all aspects of equity investing for a select group of Ultra High Net Worth Financial Advisors and their clients. This includes communicating macro commentary, portfolio positioning advice and recommendations to UBS WM USA Advisors and clients.
• proactively contribute ideas with the Desk which will shared more broadly with Financial Advisors as well as with colleagues in UGM (trading, sales, PMA), the Investment Bank, CIO, National Sales, etc.
• report directly to the head of the Equity Advisory Desk while working closely with the Head of Options Strategy
• understand clients' needs, anticipate client demands for various products and orchestrate a holistic coverage approach
• build strong relationships including financial advisors and field leaders

Your team

You'll be working in the Equity Advisory Group (EAG) team in NYC. The specialist will likely cover Midwest and Texas region given its growth profile and team need. The team sits within the Investment Bank division and partners with financial advisors to advise across all aspects of equity investing (equities, options and ETFs).

Your expertise
• a passion with a demonstrated interest in the financial markets.
• good understanding of financial instruments, asset classes, macroeconomic & geopolitical drivers, intermarket relationships, and statistics.
• detail oriented with the ability to communicate findings/recommendations in simple business terms to clients and financial advisors verbally and in writing.
• experience in markets position within a global investment bank or private bank in sales, trading or research
• solid financial analysis skills, with the ability to produce trade ideas, market commentary, and risk assessment
• advanced MS Excel and PowerPoint skills with ability to work with AI tools
• strong communication skills and ability to multi-task with urgency and precision
• ideally 3+ years of relevant experience
• Series license requirements: 7, 66 or 63

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About UBS

UBS Group AG is a Swiss multinational investment bank and financial services company founded in 1862 and headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland. UBS is one of the largest and most respected financial institutions in the world, with a presence in over 50 countries. The company offers a wide range of financial services to its clients, including wealth management, investment banking, asset management, and retail banking. UBS is committed to providing its clients with innovative and effective financial solutions that meet their unique needs and goals.
Learn more about UBS
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71,697 employees
Market Cap
$64.8 billion
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1854
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