Paolo Federici
About Paolo Federici
Paolo Federici serves as the Managing Director and GWM Market Head for Italy at UBS, where he has worked since 2018. He has a strong background in wealth management and financial services, with previous roles at Fidelity International and Intesa Sanpaolo.
Current Role at UBS
Paolo Federici serves as the Managing Director and GWM Market Head for Italy at UBS, a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he is responsible for coordinating the overall Wealth Management structure in Italy, which includes managing the network of UBS Wealth Managers, Fiduciaria, UHNWI, Client Strategy, Advisory and Sales, and Wealth Planning. His leadership in this capacity has contributed to the strategic direction and operational efficiency of UBS's wealth management services in the region.
Previous Experience at Fidelity International
Prior to his current role at UBS, Paolo Federici worked at Fidelity International in various senior positions. He served as Managing Director - Global Head of Product for five months in 2016 and as Managing Director Southern Europe & Latin America from 2013 to 2015. Additionally, he held the position of Managing Director - Head of Northern Europe from 2016 to 2018 and was the Country Head for Italy from 2011 to 2013. His tenure at Fidelity International spanned over a decade, where he focused on enhancing business performance and client engagement.
Professional Background in Wealth Management
Paolo Federici has a robust background in wealth management, having worked in various capacities that emphasize his expertise in financial markets. He previously worked at Intesa Sanpaolo as Responsabile Coordinamento e Sviluppo Commerciale - Wealth Management and at Accenture as Manager Strategic Services - Finance. His experience includes building high-growth business lines, structuring agreements, and optimizing operations to enhance performance and reduce costs.
Educational Qualifications
Paolo Federici studied at Universita di Roma 2 - Tor Vergata, where he earned a degree in Business/Managerial Economics from 1989 to 1993. This academic background provided him with a solid foundation in economics, which has been instrumental in his career in the financial services industry.
Membership and Leadership Roles
Paolo Federici is a member of the UBS Europe Domestic Management Committee, where he contributes to strategic decision-making and governance within the organization. His involvement in this committee reflects his leadership capabilities and commitment to advancing UBS's objectives in the European market.