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United Bank

Portfolio Manager (WM)

United Bank, Olympia, Washington, United States

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The Portfolio Manager position requires a broad and deep understanding of wealth management, fiduciary practices and investment strategies. The Portfolio Manager actively participates in the retention of existing clients, including assisting in the preparation and presentation of client proposals and reconciling account assets. The ideal candidate will have extensive investment expertise and will be able to operate in a semi‑autonomous and entrepreneurial environment while maintaining a sales and client‑centered focus.

Portfolio Managers are team players and methodical business builders with experience and expertise as trusted portfolio managers serving the sophisticated needs of high net worth individuals, families, and institutions. The position requires a strong understanding of the full range of investment expertise in wealth management and related products, services, and processes.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Participate in discussions on asset allocation, risk, investment performance, economic, and financial market trends with clients

Meet with clients on a quarterly basis, or as needed, to review portfolio performance and present appropriate recommendations

Prepare and present pitch materials to prospective clients

Evaluate financial products and services on the Wealth Management platform and recommend changes when necessary

Analyze investment performance of designated accounts and third‑party portfolio managers utilized within the Wealth Management department

Buy, sell, and trade securities for accounts in accordance with policies established by the Investment Committee

Maintain a high service level by working closely with Private Wealth Advisors, Trust Officers, and department managers

Complete assigned account annual reviews ("Reg-9" reviews) and related paperwork and records maintenance

Guide and mentor Investment Analysts on assigned work as needed

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required

MBA or advanced degree in Finance or related fields, with desire to obtain the Chartered Financial Analyst designation preferred

Minimum of five years of experience in investment management and fiduciary portfolio management required

Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation highly desired

Strong, successful track record that meets or exceeds goals set consistently required

Ability to foster teamwork and motivate colleagues required

Client-centered focus with excellent strategic thinking ability and consultative skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) required

Strong proficiency with research/analytics tools (Bloomberg, FactSet, Morningstar, Investor’s View, FirstRate)

Demonstrated experience in effective client relationship management required

Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills required

Flexibility to accommodate work outside normal business hours

Capacity to work with challenging clients and diverse groups of people

Ability to travel up to 25% is required

KEY COMPETENCIES

Account management

Business Acumen

Essential Functions:

Sitting / standing for extended periods of time

Sufficient dexterity of hands and fingers to efficiently operate a computer keyboard, mouse and other computer components

Ability to converse and exchange information with all levels of staff within organization.

Ability to observe, perceive, identify, and translate dataAbility to travel via air, rail, automobile, and/or bus

Company Profile Please click here to access a list of benefits for which this position is eligible. Additional information regarding United's Mission, Values and Culture can be found here.

At United, our strength is our people, and we are committed to nurturing a culture that is reflective of the communities we serve; promotes respect and a shared purpose; and aligns with our core values.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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