Junior Product Management & Project Specialist (with German)

Your role

Are you interested in real estate investment management and looking for a broad and diverse role with exposure to valuation, insurance, governance and strategic initiatives? Do you enjoy taking ownership, working with different stakeholders and contributing to a variety of topics in a fast-paced environment?

We're looking for a Junior Product Management & Project Specialist to support the Head Product Management within the Investments Operating Office in the management of key expert functions and project-related activities across the Real Estate DACH platform.

Your responsibilities will include:
• supporting the Valuation Office in the coordination, preparation and review of valuations, analyses and reporting activities
• assisting with valuation-related data management, quality controls and management presentations
• supporting the Insurance Function in the administration, monitoring and coordination of insurance matters across the real estate portfolio
• maintaining and reviewing insurance-related documentation and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders
• preparing analyses, reports, presentations and decision-making materials for management, governance bodies and senior stakeholders
• supporting operational and administrative activities within Product Services and the Investments Operating Office
• assisting in the planning, coordination and execution of strategic and operational projects
• monitoring project progress, milestones, action items and stakeholder deliverables
• contributing to process improvement initiatives, automation efforts and the implementation of best practices
• supporting oversight and governance activities to ensure transparency, quality and compliance with internal requirements
• collaborating closely with product management, investment teams, finance, risk, external consultants and service providers
• taking responsibility for assigned workstreams and driving tasks independently from initiation to completion

Your team

You will work within Product Services of the Investments Operating Office at UBS Fund Management (Switzerland) AG. The team is process owner of the valuation and the insurance Process as well as managing strategic and operational initiatives across the Real Estate Fund business.

As a Junior Product Management & Project Specialist, you will work closely with the Head Product Management and gain broad exposure to real estate investment management, governance and project delivery activities. The role offers a unique opportunity to develop technical, analytical and stakeholder management skills while building a strong understanding of the real estate investment business.

Your expertise

• bachelor's or master's degree in business administration, finance, economics, real estate or a related field, or comparable professional education
• professional experience through internships, working student positions and a entry-level role within real estate, financial services or project management is an advantage
• strong analytical and conceptual thinking skills combined with a structured and detail-oriented working style
• a strong affinity for artificial intelligence (AI), coupled with practical experience in leveraging AI technologies and, ideally, agentic AI, would be considered a distinct advantage.
• excellent command of MS Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
• strong communication skills and the confidence to interact effectively with individuals as well as larger stakeholder groups
• intrinsically motivated, curious and eager to learn in a broad and dynamic environment
• proactive, hands-on and solution-oriented personality with a strong sense of ownership
• ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work independently
• collaborative team player with a positive attitude and genuine enthusiasm for contributing to a successful team
• fluent in German and English in order to collaborate with local and international stakeholders
• you're curious to explore how AI can improve how we build, deliver, and optimize workflows. You do this with sound judgment - validating outputs and aligning with policies, risk standards, and ethical use.

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.