As a wealth management professional, how would you react if you were asked to act unethically?
It's no secret unethical behavior in the finance industry isn't uncommon. Therefore, UBS Wealth Management takes pride in the reputation of their brand and their representatives. Preserving their reputation equates to ensuring every employee holds themselves to their standard. If anyone has ever asked you to unethically act out of accordance with such shared values, describe the nuanced situation without speaking poorly of your fellow finance professionals, past employers, or past clients. If this situation has never happened to you, all the better! Take a minute to share your views and opinions with the interviewer while exhibiting your integrity and ethical core values.
"In my career, I have been offered gifts from clients, and although this is not a direct crime, it never feels right to accept anything lavish from a client. I do everything that I can to keep my relationships strictly professional. You can rest assured that I would act with utmost honesty and integrity, representing UBS Wealth Management with pride every day."
"I am newer to my career and have never encountered a situation that rode a grey line. I would never do anything to jeopardize my company, career, or professional reputation. Should a situation be serious, I would report it to my employer or governing board immediately."
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Anonymous Answer
Fortunately, I have not come to a situation where I was asked to act unethically. Out of the years of my profession, I have acted ethically with integrity by managing cash deposits and writing checks for the business with the sensitive information that I am responsible and trusted with.
Rachelle's Feedback
Well said. It's wonderful that you have had a successful career, and you do a nice job highlighting your strength in character and integrity.
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