Daniel Cortez
About Daniel Cortez
Daniel Cortez serves as the Head of Legal WM Brazil at UBS, a position he has held since 2020. He has extensive experience in legal roles within the financial sector, including previous positions at UBS and Deutsche Bank.
Current Position at UBS
Daniel Cortez serves as the Head of Legal WM Brazil and holds the title of Director at UBS. He has been in this role since 2020, contributing to the legal framework and compliance of wealth management operations in Brazil. His responsibilities include overseeing legal matters, ensuring regulatory compliance, and providing legal guidance to the wealth management division.
Previous Roles at UBS
Daniel Cortez has held multiple positions at UBS, starting as a Legal Intern from 2013 to 2014. He progressed to become a Legal Counsel WM - Authorized Officer from 2017 to 2018, and then served as Head of Legal WM Brazil - Associate Director from 2018 to 2020. His tenure at UBS spans several years, during which he has gained extensive experience in legal affairs related to wealth management.
Education and Expertise
Daniel Cortez obtained a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from Pontifícia Universidade Católica de São Paulo, where he studied from 2010 to 2014. He furthered his education by earning a Master of Laws (LLM) in Financial and Capital Markets Law from Insper, completing the program from 2018 to 2021. His academic background equips him with a solid foundation in legal principles and financial regulations.
Internship Experience
Before his roles at UBS, Daniel Cortez gained valuable experience as a Legal Intern at Deutsche Bank from 2011 to 2013. This position allowed him to develop practical skills in legal research and compliance within the financial sector. His early internship experiences contributed to his professional growth and understanding of legal frameworks in banking.