Geraldine Jennings
About Geraldine Jennings
Geraldine Jennings is an Executive Director at UBS, having transitioned to this role in 2023 after a long tenure at PwC Switzerland, where she held various positions including Director of IFRS Consulting. She began her career in South Africa and has extensive experience in audit and consulting within the financial services sector.
Current Role at UBS
Geraldine Jennings serves as an Executive Director at UBS, a position she has held since 2023. She operates from Zurich, Switzerland, where she contributes her extensive expertise in financial consulting and management. Her role involves overseeing various strategic initiatives and ensuring compliance with financial regulations.
Previous Experience at PwC Switzerland
Geraldine Jennings has a significant tenure at PwC Switzerland, where she worked for a total of 13 years. She started as a Senior Manager in IFRS Consulting from 2010 to 2016, followed by a promotion to Director in the same field from 2016 to 2023. During her time in Zurich, she focused on providing expert guidance on International Financial Reporting Standards.
Early Career at PwC South Africa
Geraldine Jennings began her career at PwC South Africa, where she worked as a Senior Associate in Audit from 2003 to 2005. This role provided her with foundational experience in auditing practices and financial analysis in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Education and Professional Qualifications
Geraldine Jennings studied at the University of the Witwatersrand, where she gained essential knowledge in finance and accounting. She is also a qualified Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)), which underpins her professional credentials in the financial services industry.
Career Progression in Transaction Services
Before her roles in IFRS Consulting, Geraldine Jennings worked at PwC Switzerland as a Manager in Transaction Services from 2007 to 2010. This position involved advising clients on mergers, acquisitions, and other financial transactions, further enhancing her expertise in the financial sector.