Investment Portfolio Associate; Carlsbad, CA

Job Responsibilities

• Collect fundamental research on related companies as requested by Financial Advisors.
• Use analytical tools, software and methodologies to research investment products, asset allocation and comparative analysis on portfolios.
• Assist in preparation of written industry and company specific reports.
• Assist in development of financial models for revenue and income forecasts.
• Assist with research and analytics used in Investment Strategy white papers for Financial Advisors.
• Assist with preparation of presentations, portfolio/equity analyses, and proposals for High Net Worth and institutional clients and prospects.
• Participate in client meetings to identify client goals and tolerances.
• Assist in developing individualized client investment strategy for Financial Advisor.
• Respond to inquiries from Financial Advisors to research and resolve issues.
• Prepare customized written industry and company specific reports upon request to Financial Advisor.
• Assist in development of financial models to forecast team revenue and income.
• Assist with preparation of scheduled and ad‑hoc performance reports.
• Maintain checklists for tracking periodic investment manager reviews by third‑party and independent investment manager searches.
• Generate periodic reports on investment analyses and peer group comparisons with relevant investment benchmarks for clients.
• Interface effectively with all levels of staff in managing portfolios.
• Complete ad‑hoc projects and reports as assigned.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and three years’ experience in the financial services industry with an emphasis on conducting market research and analysis, or an equivalent combination of experience, education and/or training approved by Human Resources.
• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s in Business Administration;
  Bachelor’s in Finance;
  Bachelor’s degree (required).
• Work Experience:
  
  General Experience – 13 months to 3 years.

• SIE required (unless exemption or grandfathering applies).
• Series7, Series
  63, Series
  65 and/or Series
  66 as required by state.
• Additional licenses or designations may be required as needed.
• Certifications:
  
  S66 (Uniform Combined State Law Examination – FINRA), S7 (General Securities Representative Examination – FINRA), SIE (Financial Industry Regulatory Authority – FINRA).

Salary Range: $70,304.00 – $90,000.00

Travel:
Less than 25%

Workstyle:
Resident

The compensation package includes base salary or wages and may include additional components such as cash or equity, discretionary bonuses, or commissions.

Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, critical illness insurance, accident insurance, disability benefits, retirement savings, paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick leave), and parental leave. Eligibility and specific offerings may vary.

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.