Does UBS pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, UBS employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.5 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at UBS. This rating has decreased by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at UBS?

72% of UBS employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated UBS 3.8 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.7 for culture and values and 3.5 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at UBS?

Associate Director (1130) , Director (824) , Analyst (564) , Intern (525) , Software Engineer (425) , Authorized Officer (401) , Business Analyst (288) , Executive Director (275) , Project Manager (182) , Investment Banking Analyst (175) , Client Service Associate (171) , Internship (171) , Associate (163) , Wealth Management Intern (158) , Financial Advisor (156)

What are the pros of working at UBS according to real employee reviews?

"people of all levels are approachable and there is a good culture or mentoring / nurturing talent with in the organisation" ((in 1520 reviews)); "depends on your team but my current team has a good work life balance and a decent work from home options" ((in 1451 reviews)); "It's easy to find some really great people and there's quite a few really good networks to join." ((in 1268 reviews)); "Salary and leave benefits are good." ((in 666 reviews)); "Good Salary and packages" ((in 458 reviews))

What are the cons of working at UBS according to real employee reviews?

"Poor management and there a tendency where the bosses are bias when comes to promotions." ((in 516 reviews)); "Low Bonus and hikes" ((in 360 reviews)); "Long hours and very difficult to arrange any plans after work as they may need to be cancelled in order to work." ((in 356 reviews)); "There are good and bad managers." ((in 182 reviews)); "Fixed working hours (can also be a pro)" ((in 167 reviews))

What are employees saying about UBS layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about UBS layoffs and their outlook for job security at UBS in 2026.

UBS reviews

Item: UBS
Rating: 3
Author: Associate Director

3.7

72% would recommend to a friend

(14,600 total reviews)

Sergio P. Ermotti

84% approve of CEO

62% positive business outlook

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UBS has an employee rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 14,600 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The UBS employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Finanza industry (3.7 stars).

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15K reviews

2.0

May 8, 2010

Hopeful for the future

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Was a great place to work up until 3 or 4 years ago. With new Management in place and a new direction, employees are clinging to the idea that there will be a return to a culture where UBS is the employer of choice and is competitive in the US market.

Cons

Constant Reorganizations and heavily matrixed structure create an environment of uncertainty and obstacles in accomplishing goals. Compensation lags the market and multiple rounds of downsizing has employee morale at an all time low. Work life balance is non-existent.

3.0

May 5, 2010

UBS is a good brokerage firm with some issues, many issues are inherent with the brokerage industry as a whole.

Financial advisor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Pay is very good if you produce Flexibility, make your own schedule Co-workers are friendly Investment research is very good

Cons

No training for professionals coming in Senior management ranks have changed Diminished reputation in recent years Foreign ownership, unsure direction Computer/software tools feel dated

3.0

May 5, 2010

IT - Corporate Center

Associate director

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Fairly compensated considering locale and good option if you want to work at an Investment Bank but closer to home. Decent medical benefits.

Cons

Hard to get promoted unless you are either a) work on high profile project b) have exposure to management c) on a fasttrack d) riding the coattails of someone. Senior Management changes every 3-4 years which resets your history and accomplishments. If you are average to above average performer, be prepared for little to no advancement per grade level. Only very few get recognized. Need to be on the right project at the right time. Compensation if fair but not comparable to NYC based Investment banks. Career development is weak. Training is weak. You need to actively manage your career.

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UBS is a good brokerage firm with some issues, many issues are inherent with the brokerage industry as a whole.

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