Sandro Galfetti
About Sandro Galfetti
Sandro Galfetti serves as the Managing Director and Head of EMEA Secondary Advisory at UBS Investment Bank, a position he has held since 2020 in London. With extensive experience in private equity and structured credit, he has worked at several prestigious firms including Capital Dynamics, PJT Partners, and The Blackstone Group.
Work at UBS
Sandro Galfetti has been serving as Managing Director and Head of EMEA Secondary Advisory at UBS Investment Bank since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing secondary advisory services across the Europe, Middle East, and Africa regions. His leadership focuses on providing liquidity solutions to financial sponsors and limited partners. Galfetti's extensive experience in secondary advisory positions him to effectively manage complex transactions and client relationships within the investment banking sector.
Previous Experience in Private Equity Advisory
Before joining UBS, Sandro Galfetti held various significant positions in private equity advisory. He worked at PJT Partners as Managing Director and Principal in the Park Hill Group, specializing in Secondary Advisory from 2017 to 2020. Prior to that, he was a Principal at The Blackstone Group and served as Director at Capital Dynamics. His experience spans multiple roles in secondary investment management, where he led sourcing, structuring, and execution of liquidity solutions.
Education and Expertise
Sandro Galfetti holds a Master’s Degree in Economics from the University of Zurich, where he graduated magna cum laude. He also achieved the Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA) designation after studying Alternative Investments at the CAIA Association. His educational background provides a strong foundation in economic principles and alternative investment strategies, enhancing his expertise in private equity and secondary advisory.
Background in Financial Services
Sandro Galfetti has a diverse background in financial services, having worked at Swiss Re Financial Services as a Structured Credit Underwriter and Project Auditor. His roles involved carrying out audit and consulting assignments globally. Additionally, he has experience in structured solutions at Capital Dynamics, contributing to his comprehensive understanding of financial markets and investment strategies.
Career Progression and Roles
Sandro Galfetti's career spans over two decades in the financial sector, with a focus on private equity and advisory roles. He began his career as a Consultant Intern at Horváth & Partner Management Consultants and later served as CEO Assistant. His progression through various positions at Capital Dynamics, PJT Partners, and UBS reflects his growing expertise and leadership in secondary advisory and private equity investment management.