Team Leader And Senior Relationship Manager  

Client:

Our client is a long-established international private banking group with a strong entrepreneurial culture and a boutique approach to wealth management. Renowned for serving sophisticated international clients, the bank combines the stability of a well-capitalized institution with the agility of a lean and collaborative organization. With a strong presence in Switzerland and a client-centric philosophy, the bank delivers tailored wealth and financing solutions to entrepreneurs, families, and high-net-worth individuals across European markets. The environment promotes accountability, fast decision-making, innovation, and cross-functional collaboration.

Position:

Our client is seeking an experienced and entrepreneurial private banking professional to lead and further develop a European-focused team based in Geneva. This strategic front-office role combines leadership, relationship management, and business development within an international private banking environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in strengthening the bank's presence among internationally active private clients, while cultivating a collaborative, high-performing, and client-centric culture within the team. Alongside team management responsibilities, the role requires the ability to bring and further develop a portable client portfolio, with a particular focus on clients requiring corporate banking, structured lending, and tailored financing solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and grow a portfolio of high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth clients across European markets
• Develop new business opportunities through personal networks and strategic relationship building
• Lead, mentor, and support a team of relationship managers and banking professionals
• Drive team performance through clear objectives, coaching, and active collaboration
• Deliver sophisticated advisory solutions across investment, lending, and wealth structuring topics
• Ensure high standards of client service and long-term relationship management
• Monitor risk parameters and ensure compliance with internal and regulatory standards
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to enhance operational efficiency and client experience
• Contribute actively to the strategic development and growth ambitions of the Swiss platform

Why Apply:

• Opportunity to join a respected international private banking institution with strong heritage and entrepreneurial spirit
• Boutique environment with short decision-making lines and real autonomy
• Strategic leadership role with visibility and impact
• Dynamic and collaborative culture focused on innovation and client excellence
• Access to sophisticated wealth management and financing capabilities
• Long-term growth potential within a stable and expanding organization
• Inclusive and people-oriented environment promoting diversity, development, and meritocracy

Profile:

• University degree or equivalent higher education qualification
• Proven track record in private banking and relationship management within European markets
• Leadership experience managing or mentoring front-office teams
• Existing network of high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth clients
• Strong business development and client acquisition capabilities
• A background in corporate banking is considered a strong asset
• Solid understanding of investment products, lending and wealth management solutions
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational abilities with a hands-on and entrepreneurial mind set
• Familiarity with Avaloq is an advantage
• Fluent English and French are required; additional European languages a plus
• Applicants must already hold the right to work in Switzerland or possess a valid Swiss work permit
• Committed to being based in the Geneva region