Ascent Director of Investments - Minneapolis, MN

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Job Description

The Ascent division of U.S. Bank's Wealth Management Group exclusively serves a limited number of ultra‑high‑net‑worth clients, each with a net worth exceeding $75 million. The Director of Investments is responsible for directly managing these clients' investment portfolios while also assisting senior advisors with portfolio management and business development efforts.

Key daily tasks include creating personalized client portfolios and related performance reports, delivering prompt and relevant investment updates to clients, and preparing materials and models for both internal and external meetings. The Director of Investments collaborates closely with the Managing Directors of Investments to ensure consistent implementation of investment strategies across all accounts and organizes transition plans as appropriate. This position will have direct client contact as part of supporting the Managing Directors.

Basic Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree, or equivalent work experience

* Seven or more years of experience in a portfolio/wealth management role

Preferred Skills/Experience

* Effective interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills are required

* Advanced understanding of finance/accounting/investments and portfolio construction, and financial modeling skills are required

* Strong Microsoft Excel skills

* Two or more years of experience working with alternative assets

* CFA designation

* Master's degree

If there's anything we can do to accommodate a disability during any portion of the application or hiring process, please refer to our disability accommodations for applicants.

Benefits:

Our approach to benefits and total rewards considers our team members' whole selves and what may be needed to thrive in and outside work. That's why our benefits are designed to help you and your family boost your health, protect your financial security and give you peace of mind. Our benefits include the following:

* Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)

* Basic term and optional term life insurance

* Short-term and long-term disability

* Pregnancy disability and parental leave

* 401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan

* Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)

* Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities

* Adoption assistance

* Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law

Review our full benefits available by employment status here.

U.S. Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, and other factors protected under applicable law.

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The salary range reflects figures based on the primary location, which is listed first. The actual range for the role may differ based on the location of the role. In addition to salary, U.S. Bank offers a comprehensive benefits package, including incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase 401(k) contribution and pension (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Pay Range: $ - $

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