Swiss bank UBS has begun a wave of job cuts in its home market Switzerland, with hundreds of employees receiving notice in recent weeks.

Banking and financial services firm, UBS Group AG has begun a series of job cuts in Switzerland, impacting both senior management and lower-level employees, according to a Bloomberg report, citing sources familiar with the matter.

UBS Group AG (NYSE:UBS) has started a series of job cuts in Switzerland, affecting both higher management levels and lower ranks, according to Bloomberg, citing individuals familiar with the situation.

UBS Group (UBS) is reportedly cutting hundreds of jobs in Switzerland, affecting several levels, as part of its integration of formal Swiss rival Credit Suisse.

UBS, the largest Swiss bank, has announced its first round of job cuts following the integration of Credit Suisse. The bank plans to reduce its workforce in Switzerland as part of its ongoing efforts to streamline operations and consolidate the combined entity.

UBS Group chief executive officer Sergio Ermotti said he will keep cutting headcount in the wake of the historic acquisition of Credit Suisse. Read more at The Business Times.