Job Detail

Your field of responsibility

The transition from LIBOR to Alternative Reference Rates (ARRs) is possibly the most fundamental change to the financial industry in recent years across products, processes, models and advisory. As a senior member of the Global IBOR transition team, you lead the operational readiness and transition for Credit Suisse AG and Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Switzerland with particular emphasis on the lending offering and in close collaboration with the respective front office, product management and corporate functions. In this role, you will be an integral part of the global transition team, closely aligning with the transition activities front-to-back in other divisions and on other platforms. This is a high visibility role with significant exposure to different businesses/functions, senior management and governance forums where you will be representing the program. As a seasoned project manager with experience in financial products, client transitions and front-to-back processing, you will plan, lead, coordinate and support the businesses in the transition from LIBOR to ARRs ensuring transparency to partners and governing bodies, and appropriate project risk management.

Your future colleagues

Become part of a global team of seasoned market and project professionals with the global and cross-divisional mandate to drive the transition of the bank from LIBOR to ARRs. The Zurich-based team covering the Swiss booking platform in particular but also the Credit Suisse International Wealth Management locations. It consists of a diverse mix of internal and external staff with a multitude of backgrounds but one common goal.

Your skills and experience

• The LIBOR transition encompasses a wide variety of topics and functions to be coordinated. Being able to keep the big picture in mind throughout the project is essential. Furthermore,


• University degree in business administration, finance, (computer) science or equivalent


• At least 10 years of experience in a project management and/or consulting role


• Line management experience in leading a small high-performing team consisting of internal and external staff


• Ability to deliver in a fast pace environment, particularly bridging business requirements and platform capabilities


•  Experience in multi-location delivery programs!


• Understanding of key financial instruments such as lending products and interest rate derivatives


• Experience in supporting and managing client transitions


• Highly motivated, self-driven and collaborative spirit with superb interpersonal and communication skills


• Hands-on, dedicated and results-oriented analytical, conceptual and problem solving attitude


• Prior experience in CS and especially in relevant functions of the organization is a definitive advantage


• Proficiency in English required; German is a plus


• Understands the value of diversity in the workplace and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive culture in all aspects of working life so that people from all backgrounds receive equal treatment, realize their full potential and can bring their full, authentic selves to work

Thomas Baumgartner would be delighted to receive your application.

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Your new employer

Find a new home for your skills, ideas, and ambitions. Credit Suisse offers you the ideal environment to progress your career, attractive benefits and excellent training.

We are a leading wealth manager with strong global investment banking capabilities founded in 1856. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, and with more than 45,000 employees from over 150 nations, we are always looking for motivated individuals to help us shape the future for our clients.

Credit Suisse is an equal opportunity employer. Welcoming diversity gives us a competitive advantage in the global marketplace and drives our success. We are committed to building a culture of inclusion with a deep sense of belonging for all of us. We will consider flexible working opportunities where possible. Our bank provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, as well as those with other needs or beliefs as may be protected under applicable local law. If you require assistance during the recruitment process, please let your recruiter know.