Christian Kneubühler
Tax Director Private Client Services

About  Christian

Christian joined RSM Switzerland in June 2026 as Director of Private Client Services, bringing with him nearly 25 years of expertise in domestic and international taxation and wealth management for high-net-worth private and institutional clients.

Having worked for leading firms in the Swiss financial centre — UBS, Lombard Odier, PwC and Deloitte — Christian has developed in-depth expertise in the taxation of individuals and corporations, complex wealth planning, and the management of tax issues relating to international mobility.

Holding an LL.M. in International Taxation and a CAS in SME Taxation, he combines technical rigour with strategic vision, backed by proven experience in supporting entrepreneurs, high-net-worth families and international companies in navigating their most complex tax challenges.

A Valais native at heart and bilingual in French and English, Christian is recognised for his holistic and bespoke approach, serving both his clients and his teams.

Experience & Skills

  • Expertise and experience in advising and assisting ultra-high-net-worth individuals and senior executives on income and wealth tax, as well as inheritance and gift tax, including tax planning, wealth management and property transactions.
  • Expertise and experience in supporting Swiss entrepreneurs with their strategic planning regarding their businesses (acquisition, restructuring and transfer) and their family and personal circumstances.

Sectoral expertise

  • Family Office
  • Trust and wealth management firm
  • Trusts and foundations
  • Medical industry
  • Property and property companies
  • Luxury goods / Watchmaking / Retail
  • Transport and logistics
  • Architecture, construction and renovation
  • Hospitality