The Senior Portfolio Manager is responsible for managing the firm’s investment strategy to better service clients while ensuring alignment with internal stakeholders. Overseeing client portfolios and assets under management, they participate in client meetings to ensure objectives are being met and maintained. They have an active role in internal and external compliance with applicable policies and regulations. Success Factors Responsibilities Consult with individual and institutional clients to develop investment objectives and constraints, establish appropriate asset allocation, implement strategy and review performance Collaborate with wealth advisory team on trust, estate, and financial planning matters to maintain strong client relationships and ensure client satisfaction Develop target portfolios based on the client investment management agreement along with the client meeting notes, ensuring target objectives are met thanks to appropriate asset allocation Effectively present investment strategies to clients and maintain holistic approach to planning, providing current vs. future state of assets and investments Implement investment process and analytical framework that alights with the firm’s investment strategy and work with Trader in executing trades Set investment strategy to adapt to market fluctuations ensuring optimum portfolio performance results for clients Prepare for investment portfolio reviews as well as monthly and quarterly reports for clients as needed Conduct ongoing research on global economics and financial markets to develop and/or validate potential investment theses/opportunities Proactively stay on top of industry trends and provide client and team members with relevant information to maintain client retention Ensure compliance with all banking laws, rules, regulations, and prescribed policies/practices/procedures necessary to reduce risk and uphold ethical standards Active involvement in the community and development of key professional relationships to ensure business growth Maintain confidentiality with external client information as well as internal employee and firm information People Management/Relationships Take initiative to be a team player (seek out opportunities to help others) Treat everyone with respect; develop loyalty and trust with the team Successfully adapt to different personalities and working styles Proactively and effectively communicate information regarding status issues to team members Hold self-accountable for assigned work; seek continuous feedback to learn and develop in role; open to new ideas and suggestions Required Skills Strong communication skills, written and verbal, to effectively interface with all levels of firm management and staff; ability to communicate issues and conclusions Analytical and data-driven individual with strong problem-solving skills Demonstrate excellent business and financial management acumen Ability to use sound judgement and discretion regarding confidential information Drive to complete performance targets and track record of meeting/exceeding expectations Ability to listen to client needs and provide financial solutions, with strong networking capabilities Ability to shift focus and adapt to changes Education, Experience and Certifications Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Management and/or related field 7+ years’ experience working in the investment advisory field and in-depth knowledge of portfolio management, trading and market structure Current license or registration: FINRA Series 65; or 7 and 66 (combined and active within last two years); or CFA; or CFP CFA, CFP, or CAIA certifications a plus Experience using CRM tools Excellent knowledge Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) Previous experience in financial planning software preferred (e.g. Bloomberg, Charles Schwab, Tamarac etc) Essential Functions Must be able to remain in a stationary position as needed The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office and at client offices to access file cabinets, office machinery etc. Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer Ability to communicate in a professional manner and exchange information with internal and external actors as needed Ability to lift/carry up to 20 pounds Ability to work outside of normal business hours and weekends as needed Ability to travel to local and non-local clients as needed, overnight travel may be required This job description is subject to change at any time and employee will be given additional responsibilities as assigned Salary Range: $140,000 - $160,000 What makes RKL a dynamic professional services leader and an employer of choice in Pennsylvania? A focus on people, whether that’s earning the trust and respect of our clients, growing as people and professionals, serving our communities or forming bonds with colleagues. Our people are the best of us and they fuel RKL’s continued growth and success. Fostering a workplace culture that fulfills our team members both personally and professionally is central to the RKL mission. That’s why we offer robust learning and development, diverse career paths and experiences, abundant community service opportunities and social, team-building activities. Benefits You’ll Receive: RKL promotes a recognized culture of health and offers an extensive array of benefits to meet individual lifestyles, including but not limited to medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent day care expenses and short-term/long-term disability. You’ll also receive competitive paid time off to pursue your interests or rest and recharge, and a 401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing to invest in your future. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law. It is RKL’s policy to make reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. Please contact our HR team at 717.394.5666 or
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