Sandra Svärd
About Sandra Svärd
Sandra Svärd serves as the Head of Relationship Management at Outside Counsel Management at UBS in Zurich, Switzerland, a position she has held since 2023. She has a diverse educational background and extensive experience in financial services, compliance, and legal operations.
Current Role at UBS
Sandra Svärd serves as the Head of Relationship Management at Outside Counsel Management at UBS since 2023. She is based in Zurich, Switzerland. In this role, she is responsible for managing relationships with external legal counsel and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Her leadership focuses on maintaining high performance and integrity within the organization.
Professional Background
Sandra Svärd has a diverse professional background in the financial services sector. She began her career as a Financial Analyst at Goldman Sachs from 2005 to 2006. She then joined UBS, where she held various positions including Wealth Planner, Compliance Officer, and Outside Counsel Management, accumulating over a decade of experience. Additionally, she worked at Julius Baer as Legal Counsel Proposition & Provider Management from 2012 to 2019.
Education and Expertise
Sandra Svärd has pursued extensive education in law and finance. She achieved a Master of Laws from Lund University in 2003. She has also completed various certifications, including Trust and Estate Practitioner (TEP) in 2008, Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) since 2019, and a Modern Law Practice Certificate from LSAC LawHub in 2022. Furthermore, she is studying Information Technology with a focus on Cybercrime at Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts.
Skills and Competencies
Sandra Svärd possesses strong project management skills, particularly in cross-border, regulatory, and digitalization matters. She is recognized for her stakeholder-focused problem-solving abilities and has developed strong communication and presentation skills throughout her career. Her hands-on approach is complemented by her extensive experience in evaluating risk using investigation techniques.
Professional Development
Sandra Svärd is committed to continuous professional development. She has engaged in various studies, including Board Membership education at ZHAW School of Management and Law since 2018. In addition, she completed a course in Forensic Psychology through Udemy in 2021. Her dedication to learning reflects her commitment to staying current in her field and enhancing her expertise.