Position Description
The Investment Principal on the Client CIO team located in Boston will lead teams that manage multi-asset class client portfolios. As a growing firm, we seek new team members who are dynamic and comfortable working in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.
Client Portfolio Management (Primary Focus): The Investment Principal will serve as the Chief Investment Officer (CIO) for their clients, with end-to-end management responsibility for the investment process of client portfolios. Key responsibilities include:
- Investment Strategy Development & Bespoke Portfolio Management: Leveraging insights from the Firm’s Central Research Team and Asset Class teams to design multi-asset class portfolio for clients, subject to client-specific constraints including (but not limited to) risk budget, liquidity and spending needs.
- Client Facing Responsibilities: Investment Principals are key day-to-day contacts for clients, across regular portfolio review meetings and ongoing portfolio dialogue. Maintaining open dialogue with clients and responding to ad-hoc requests related to, for example: external investment opportunities, charitable giving and/or estate planning.
- Meeting Preparation: Directing the agenda and supporting materials for client update meetings across portfolio, performance and market / macroeconomic topics. Leading meeting discussions and responding to client questions regarding investment strategy.
- Team Leadership & Development: Managing, developing and mentoring junior team members who will support the Investment Principal in their range of responsibilities.
Other (Secondary Focus): As with all other members of the Firm, the Investment Principal will take on other activities and projects that contribute to the success of the business. Examples may include: recruiting and training junior members of the team, working with our internal DEI council and business associates, and/or assisting with business development.
Key responsibilities will be regularly assessed and are subject to change from time to time based on the needs of the business. The individual may be required to work overtime as needed.
Additional responsibilities include:
- Responsible for ensuring all information security processes, policies and procedures are adhered to and any issues or concerns are raised with the Cyber Security team
- Ensure full compliance with all local data protection regulations and privacy controls, and any related issues are raised via the appropriate channels
Qualifications / Attributes
- Deep understanding and active passion for investing and markets
- 8+ years’ experience in a professional services role (e.g., management consulting, investment banking, or asset management). Experience in a related field (e.g., endowment / family office portfolio management, investment consultancy) is a plus
- Undergraduate degree with a strong track record of academic achievement. Advanced degree (e.g., MBA) or professional certification (e.g., CFA, CAIA) is a plus
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
- Strong quantitative skills and detail-orientation
- Excellent problem-solving and interpersonal skills
- Ability to thrive in a collaborative working environment
- High intellectual curiosity and willingness to contribute to the overall success of the business
- Experience mentoring, training and leading junior team members
Benefits
Partners Capital is committed to being a great place to work. We are focused both on wellbeing and professional growth. You can expect professional development and career progression opportunities, competitive compensation, exceptional benefits, and a flexible “results-focused” working model. Our benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits, paid time off and a 401(k) plan with employer matching. The Firm also supports global philanthropy via a charity program and volunteer day. In addition, we champion a variety of wellness and social events.
Contact Details
Please send your CV to NorthAmericaRecruiting@partners-cap.com with the subject: Boston Investment Principal/Senior Principal. Further information about Partners Capital is available on our website www.partners-cap.com.
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