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Portfolio Strategist – Director

Portfolio Strategist – Director

CompanyUBS
LocationHouston, TX, USA
Salary$Not Provided – $Not Provided
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s
Experience LevelSenior

Requirements

  • experience working in wealth management, private banking or asset management
  • strong knowledge of global financial markets, and a willingness to express your views
  • working knowledge of multi-asset class portfolio construction
  • ability to articulate research and implement in a portfolio context
  • bachelor’s degree required
  • minimum 5+ years of experience in financial services industry

Responsibilities

  • work in support of a senior portfolio strategist to deliver customized portfolio construction advice to financial advisors and their ultra-high net worth clients/prospects
  • conduct in-depth portfolio analysis at the asset allocation and investment level
  • produce bespoke presentations that outline our research, capabilities and views on asset allocation, portfolio construction and product fulfillment
  • develop fluency in all aspects of portfolio construction and effectively use all asset classes necessary to implement both strategic and tactical asset allocations
  • develop key partnerships throughout the firm to cultivate extensive knowledge of platforms and product offerings (both traditional and non-traditional)
  • contribute to the production of original investment content for internal and external distribution
  • collaborate with key partner groups such as alternative investments, advanced planning, philanthropy, banking, etc.

Preferred Qualifications

  • desire to be client-facing and demonstrated experience with clients preferred
  • series 7 and 66 licenses strongly preferred
  • an interest in pursuing the CFA, CFP, or CAIA tracks, or equivalent knowledge