Manuel Brachs
About Manuel Brachs
Manuel Brachs serves as the Head Due Diligence Officers for APAC and CEE at UBS, a position he has held since 2016. He has extensive experience in legal and compliance roles, including previous positions at Credit Suisse Trust Liechtenstein and various roles at UBS.
Work at UBS
Manuel Brachs has held multiple positions at UBS since 2011. He currently serves as the Head Due Diligence Officers for the APAC and CEE regions, a role he has occupied since 2016 in Zürich, Switzerland. Prior to this position, he worked as an Anti-Money Laundering Officer for UBS Asset Management from 2011 to 2014. He then transitioned to the role of Regional Lead Tester for Independent Management Testing, where he worked from 2014 to 2016. His extensive experience at UBS highlights his expertise in compliance and due diligence within the financial sector.
Previous Experience at Credit Suisse Trust
Before joining UBS, Manuel Brachs worked at Credit Suisse Trust Liechtenstein as the Location Head of Legal and Compliance. He held this position for one year, from 2010 to 2011, in the Liechtenstein area. This role contributed to his foundational knowledge in legal and compliance matters within the financial services industry.
Education and Expertise
Manuel Brachs has a strong educational background in law and trust management. He earned a Master's degree in Law from the University of Zurich, where he studied from 1998 to 2004. Additionally, he studied at STEP Canada, The Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners, and obtained a Diploma in Trust Management between 2008 and 2010. His educational qualifications support his professional roles in compliance and due diligence.
Career Progression
Manuel Brachs has demonstrated a clear career progression within the financial services sector. His roles at UBS have evolved from Anti-Money Laundering Officer to Regional Lead Tester, and now to Head Due Diligence Officers for APAC and CEE. This trajectory reflects his growing responsibilities and expertise in compliance and risk management.