Laurent Walt
About Laurent Walt
Laurent Walt serves as the Director of Relationship Management for Ultra High Net Worth and Global Family Office Clients at UBS Asset Management in Zurich, Switzerland. He has over a decade of experience in the financial sector, having held various roles in private banking and investment solutions across multiple countries.
Work at UBS
Laurent Walt has held the position of Director at UBS Asset Management since 2018. He specializes in relationship management for ultra-high-net-worth (UHNWI) and global family office (GFO) clients. His role involves overseeing client relationships and ensuring tailored investment solutions to meet the unique needs of high-net-worth individuals and families. Based in Zurich, Switzerland, he has contributed to the firm's reputation for excellence in asset management.
Previous Experience in Private Banking
Before joining UBS, Laurent Walt worked at KBL European Private Bankers as a Relationship Manager from 2007 to 2013. In this role, he managed client relationships and provided financial advice to high-net-worth clients. His experience in private banking laid a strong foundation for his current role at UBS, enhancing his skills in client service and investment management.
Background in Investment Solutions
Laurent Walt served as an Advisor for Investment Solutions at Monterosa Group from 2014 to 2015. In this capacity, he provided strategic investment advice and solutions to clients, further developing his expertise in the financial services industry. His background in investment solutions complements his current responsibilities at UBS.
Experience in Alternative Investments
Laurent Walt worked at HSBC as an Alternative Investments Officer from 2006 to 2007. His role involved analyzing and managing alternative investment products, which contributed to his understanding of diverse investment strategies. This experience has been beneficial in his subsequent roles in asset management.
Early Career in Commodities Trading
Laurent Walt began his career as a Soft Commodities Trader Assistant at Ameropa in 2005, where he worked for eight months. This early experience in commodities trading provided him with a foundational understanding of market dynamics and trading strategies, which he has built upon throughout his career.