Zurich · Private Banking · Executive Search
Private Banking Recruiter in Zurich
From our base in Switzerland, Executive Partners supports Zurich-based private banks, international platforms and EAMs with senior hiring across Relationship Managers, Team Heads and Market Leaders. Our work is centred on factual AUM portability, booking-centre fit and sustainable P&L contribution across Swiss onshore, Germany, Austria, CEE, Nordics and global offshore hubs.
Zurich: the core Swiss booking centre
Zurich remains the largest Swiss private banking hub by booked assets, with strong franchise depth across Swiss onshore, Germany/Austria, CEE, Nordics and global UHNW clients. Competition for high-performing Senior RMs is intense, but so is scrutiny on real profitability.
For Zurich mandates, hiring managers are increasingly focused on:
- Senior RMs with stable, multi-jurisdictional books that pass cross-border tests
- Clean compliance files and documented KYC / suitability history
- Strong advisory/DPM penetration and ROA discipline
- Team Heads able to attract & retain top RMs in a consolidating market
Our role is to provide banks and candidates with realistic views on portability, pricing grids, deferrals and long-term platform fit before any move is initiated.
2024–2025 Zurich compensation benchmarks
The ranges below summarise typical packages we observe for Zurich private banks. They are indicative only and vary by platform, jurisdiction mix, product penetration and performance.
| Role | Base salary (CHF) | Bonus range | Typical total |
|---|---|---|---|
| RM (5–10 years) | 150k – 190k | 25% – 70% | 185k – 320k |
| Senior RM (10–20 years) | 190k – 260k | 50% – 130% | 285k – 600k |
| Ultra UHNW RM | 260k – 340k | 90% – 220% | 500k – 950k+ |
| Team Head | 270k – 360k | 110% – 260% | 575k – 1.15m+ |
Ranges indicative only, based on Zurich market observations for 2024–2025. Actual offers depend on platform, seniority, cross-border risk, revenue mix and proven, portable AUM.
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Work with Executive Partners
If you lead a Zurich desk or are a Senior RM considering your next move, we provide discrete, fact-based guidance on platforms, guarantees, and long-term career positioning.
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