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As the Manager, PWM Fixed Income you will be a central part of our PWM Capital Markets team within Private Wealth Management. You will play a pivotal role in shaping and implementing fixed income investment strategies for high-net-worth individuals and institutional clients. You will leverage your expertise to provide strategic guidance, enhance portfolio performance, and ensure alignment with clients' financial goals. This role requires a deep understanding of fixed income markets, strong analytical skills, and the ability to communicate complex investment concepts effectively. This person will be a go-to point of contact for clients and internal team members. This individual may also manage a small team of Fixed Income professionals.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Manage the implementation of fixed income investment strategies.
- Provide expert and informed recommendations based on sector expertise.
- Manage the analysis of macroeconomic factors, interest rate trends, and credit conditions to inform strategy.
- Provide recommendations to senior members of the team and cascase updates to ensure the full team is informed.
- Act as a trusted advisor to clients by providing insightful analysis and recommendations on fixed income investments.
- Ensure frequent portfolio reviews are completed.
- Adjust strategies as necessary and communicate to those impacted.
- Lead portfolio construction efforts to assess securities selection through individual and industry sector weights, market capitalization mix, and overall risk/return profile.
- Rebalance portfolios based on index and model changes.
- Ensure that portfolio construction is aligned with asset allocation guidelines and other firm standards.
- Perform in-depth research on fixed income securities, including government bonds, corporate bonds, municipal bonds, and other debt instruments.
- Evaluate credit risk, interest rate risk, and market trends.
- Provide fixed income portfolio management expertise while participating in investment strategy and client meetings, sales and marketing efforts and the resolution of escalated client and operational issues.
- Share portfolio management perspective in special initiatives to improve technology, processes, performance and efficiency.
- Work closely with other members of the PWM Capital Markets team to deliver cohesive and comprehensive investment solutions.
- Prepare and present detailed reports, investment proposals, and performance reviews to clients.
- Ensure clear and effective communication of investment strategies and outcomes.
- Maintain current knowledge of developments in fixed income markets, including economic indicators, regulatory changes, and industry trends.
- Use this information to adjust investment strategies proactively.
- Communicate market changes and trends to the broader team.
- Ensure all investment activities comply with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
- Implement risk management practices to protect client portfolios from undue risk.
- May manage a small team of Fixed Income professionals.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members.
- Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture within the Consulting Services team.
- Additional responsibilities as requested.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree required. Advanced degree and/or Industry Designation (MBA, CFA, CFP, etc.) required.
- 8+ years of relevant experience in investment consulting/analysis required.
- Required SIE Exam, Series 7, 63 and 52, and preferred 53 must be acquired within 150 days of employment.
- Proven track record of managing fixed income portfolios and delivering client-focused solutions.
- Strong knowledge of fixed income securities, credit analysis, interest rate risk management, and portfolio construction. Proficiency in financial modeling and analytical tools.
- Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and market trends.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly and effectively to clients and stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong client relationships, with a keen understanding of clients’ needs and objectives.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and contribute to the overall success of the Consulting Services team.
- Excellent sales and presentation skills.
- Ability to lead a team and foster professional growth and development.
- Strong municipal experience and skills.
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