Maria Peña Pallares
About Maria Peña Pallares
Maria Peña Pallares serves as the Executive Director of the Global Family Office Group for the Latin American market at UBS, a position she has held since 2015. She has a background in law and private banking, having studied at Universidad San Pablo-CEU and Garrigues.
Work at UBS
Maria Peña Pallares has been serving as the Executive Director of the Global Family Office Group (GFO GEM) for the Latin American market at UBS since 2015. In this role, she focuses on providing tailored financial solutions to high-net-worth families and individuals across the region. Prior to her current position, she worked as an Investment Advisor and Relationship Manager for ultra-high-net-worth clients in Latin America from 2013 to 2015. Her extensive experience at UBS highlights her commitment to delivering strategic financial advice and fostering client relationships.
Education and Expertise
Maria Peña Pallares holds a Master in Private Banking from Garrigues, which she completed from 2000 to 2001. This advanced degree has equipped her with specialized knowledge in wealth management and financial services. Additionally, she studied at Universidad San Pablo-CEU, where she focused on Community Law and earned a degree in Law from 1992 to 1997. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her expertise in financial advisory and legal aspects of wealth management.
Background
Maria Peña Pallares has a professional background that spans over two decades in the financial services industry. She began her career with a focus on legal studies and transitioned into finance, where she has developed a strong reputation in wealth management. Her work experience includes significant roles at UBS, where she has contributed to the growth of the Global Family Office Group in the Latin American market. Her career trajectory reflects her dedication to serving high-net-worth clients and her understanding of the complexities of wealth management.
Professional Experience
Before her current role at UBS, Maria Peña Pallares worked as an Investment Advisor and Relationship Manager for ultra-high-net-worth clients in Latin America. This position allowed her to gain valuable insights into the financial needs and challenges faced by affluent families. Her experience in these roles has been instrumental in shaping her approach to client service and financial strategy within the Global Family Office Group.