Investment Operations Manager

Compensation: Competitive base salary plus bonus commensurate on experience

Overview: Our client is a nationally recognized wealth management firm serving high-net-worth clients across the country through sophisticated financial planning and investment strategies. With a collaborative team environment and a strong commitment to client experience, the firm is seeking an Investment Operations Manager to oversee all aspects of investment operations and strengthen the systems that support their continued growth. This person will lead the investment operations team, ensure accuracy and compliance across all transactions, and drive efficiencies across the firm’s investment platform.

The role requires both strategic oversight and hands‑on leadership, partnering closely with advisors, leadership, and operations staff to deliver a seamless client experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily investment operations including trading, model management, and portfolio rebalancing
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of client transactions, account openings, and transfers
• Build and maintain workflows that enhance efficiency, scalability, and risk management
• Manage and mentor investment operations staff; set clear expectations and provide ongoing training
• Evaluate and implement improvements to systems, trading platforms, and reporting tools
• Partner with compliance to ensure all investment activity aligns with regulatory and internal standards
• Support advisors with operational needs related to client portfolios and investment reporting
• Collaborate across departments to ensure cohesive and consistent client service

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Accounting, or related field
• 7+ years of experience in investment operations, trading, or portfolio management support
• Familiarity with alternative asset (Private Equity/Private Credit) management is a plus
• Series 7 and Series 63 required
• Proven leadership experience managing teams
• Strong knowledge of investment products, trading platforms, and custodial processes
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and analytical skills
• Familiarity with compliance, risk management, and regulatory standards within wealth management
• Detail-oriented, team-driven, and committed to operational excellence
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication and relationship management skills

Compensation and Benefits:

• Compensation:
  Base salary commensurate on experience
• Performance-based bonus opportunity