She was previously head EM fixed income at AllianceBernsteinUBS Asset Management has hired Shamaila Khan as head of fixed income emerging markets and Asia Pacific starting April 1, according to an internal memo seen by Bloomberg.The leadership changes to the fixed-income team come only a few days after UBS struck a government-brokered deal to acquire Credit Suisse Group AG. There was no mention of the emergency rescue in a later statement that announced Khans hiring.Khan will succeed Hayden Briscoe, who will take on a new role as APAC head of multi-asset portfolio management in investment solutions, the memo said. Briscoe will report to Ryan Primmer, the firms global head of

<div>She was previously head EM fixed income at AllianceBernstein UBS Asset Management has hired Shamaila Khan as head of fixed income emerging markets and Asia Pacific starting April 1, according to an internal memo seen by Bloomberg. The leadership changes to the fixed-income team come only a few days after UBS struck a government-brokered deal to acquire Credit Suisse Group AG. There was no mention of the emergency rescue in a later statement that announced Khans hiring. Khan will succeed Hayden Briscoe, who will take on a new role as APAC head of multi-asset portfolio management in investment solutions, the memo said. Briscoe will report to Ryan Primmer, the firms global head of investment solutions. "Shamaila is a seasoned investor with a proven track record, and a history of success in designing and launching innovative products to meet clients needs, including sustainability-focused EM strategies," Charlotte Baenninger, UBS AMs head of fixed income, said in a statement. Khan will be a "complementary fit" to the firms sovereign and credit analyst teams, she added. Federico Kaune, UBS AMs head of emerging markets fixed income, has decided to pursue other opportunities outside of UBS, according to the memo. Khan, who will be based in New York, was previously head of emerging markets fixed income at AllianceBernstein, where she oversaw $33 billion of assets. She left there in 2021.</div>

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John is the Co-Head of Derivatives and Solutions Trading at UBS, a position he has held since February 2024. He has previously served in five roles at UBS, including Global Head of FX Trading, Global Head of STIR/EM and FX Spot Trading, Global Head of FX/Rates Options and FX/PM Spot Trading, Global Head of FX/PM Derivatives Trading, and FX Derivatives Trader.

He earned a Bachelor of Economics Science in Mathematics and Economics from The University of Manchester from 1997 to 2000.

UBS Wealth Management today announced that Jason L. Zachter has joined the firm as a Managing Director and Financial Advisor in Manhattan. He will be based in the firms 1285 Avenue of the Americas office, run by Market Director Kellie Brady, and will report to Market Director Neal Cooper. Jason brings more than a decade of experience advising successful individuals and families on their wealth management needs. "On behalf of UBS, Im excited to welcome Jason to the firm," said Kellie Brady, Market Director of the 1285 Avenue of the Americas office at UBS Wealth Management. "Jason brings a wealth of experience, a passion for advising clients on complex financial matters, and his unique perspective will undoubtedly benefit our clients as they pursue their financial goals and aspirations." Jason joins UBS from Morgan Stanley, and brings a focus on serving the unique wealth management needs of business owners, attorneys, corporate executives, and financial professionals. Adopting a client-centered approach, he assists clients in navigating complex financial decisions by balancing professional and personal goals. His focus extends beyond portfolio management; Jason believes in goal-based wealth management strategies that encompass retirement planning, risk management, and legacy building. By helping clients align their financial plans with their life ambitions, Jason empowers them to pursue meaningful, long-term goals with confidence. Outside of work, Jason is deeply committed to philanthropy and service. He is involved in multiple organizations and sits on various non-profit boards benefitting his local community. Jason received his MBA with a concentration in Finance from Baruch College. Aside from his work and community endeavors, Jasons greatest and proudest moments are spent with his wife and children. About UBS UBS is a leading and truly global wealth manager and the leading universal bank in Switzerland. It also provides diversified asset management solutions and focused investment banking capabilities. With the acquisition of Credit Suisse, UBS manages 5.7 trillion dollars of invested assets as per fourth quarter 2023. UBS helps clients achieve their financial goals through personalized advice, solutions and products. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, the firm is operating in more than 50 markets around the globe. UBS Group shares are listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange and the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE).

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Jason is a Managing Director in Wealth Management at UBS, having joined the company in November 2024. Prior to this role, he served as a Managing Director and Financial Advisor at Morgan Stanley from July 2010 to November 2024. 

He holds an MBA in Finance from Baruch College, City University of New York (CUNY), completed between 2008 and 2012.

UBS Group AG has appointed new leadership within its global banking division for the Europe, the Middle East, and Africa region, as per internal memos first reported by Bloomberg News and then confirmed by a company representative. Marco Superina is set to become the head of global banking Switzerland starting from January. Superina brings a wealth of experience from Credit Suisse, where he served as head of M&A for Switzerland. His tenure at Credit Suisse began in 1997, and his expertise is expected to bolster UBSs operations in the region. Philipp Beck will maintain his role as head of M&A for EMEA and will be relocating to London, indicating a strategic emphasis on the UKs financial hub for UBSs mergers and acquisitions endeavors. In a move to strengthen its French and Belux banking operations, UBS has appointed Pierre Lescastereyres as co-head of global banking for France and Belux. He will share this role with Bruno Hallak and continue to support the global industrials group with a focus on the chemicals sector. Thomas Poos has been named the head of global banking in the Netherlands, a significant appointment that underscores UBSs commitment to its Dutch market presence. These appointments come as part of UBSs ongoing efforts to realign its leadership structure and enhance its service offerings across key markets. The changes reflect the banks strategic priorities and its focus on leveraging experienced leaders to drive growth in the EMEA region.

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Marco is the Head of M&A Switzerland and Deputy Head of Investment Banking Switzerland at Credit Suisse (Switzerland) AG, a position he has held since January 2017. He joined Credit Suisse in 2004 as a Vice President and progressed to Director and then Managing Director. Prior to this, he worked at Credit Suisse First Boston from 1997 to 2003, where he held the roles of ANL and ASO.

Marco earned a Doctorate in Economics from the University of Zurich, studying from 1991 to 1996.

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