UBS appoints new head for Manchester and North West

UBS Global Wealth Management has appointed Bradley Russell as head of Manchester and the North West, strengthening its commitment to personalised, locally informed advice.

Bradley brings more than 20 years of wealth management experience. 

In his new role, he will support UBS advisors working with high-net-worth individuals, families, business owners and entrepreneurs across the region to achieve long-term financial goals.

Bradley’s appointment aligns with UBS’s strategy to become the wealth manager of choice for business owners and entrepreneurs in the UK and Channel Islands, offering global expertise through a local lens.

He said: “UBS is a truly global, industry leading wealth manager and I’m joining the team at a time when the North West is continuing to experience dynamic and sustained growth.

“There’s a real opportunity to match the firm’s global reputation with a market-leading presence in the region and I believe that I’m stepping into a world-class team with big ambitions, at exactly the right time. 

“I look forward to working with our advisors to ensure we’re the first choice for business owners and entrepreneurs navigating a transition and positioning themselves for long-term growth. 

“With our global capabilities, specialist expertise and a truly differentiated product offering, we’re well positioned to lead the North West market.”

James Meyrick, head of ultra high net worth and regions at UBS Global Wealth Management, added: “On behalf of UBS, I’m excited to welcome Bradley to the firm.

“He is an outstanding professional whose expertise and insight will be instrumental to our continued success in the North West. 

“His appointment both enhances our regional capabilities and strengthens the foundation for future growth within our Manchester office.”

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