Portfolio Manager III

Bank of America is seeking a Portfolio Manager III in West Hartford, CT, to manage complex investment portfolios for high-net-worth clients. Responsibilities include developing customized investment strategies, overseeing asset allocation, and ensuring compliance. The role emphasizes client communication and collaboration with teammates to deliver integrated financial solutions. Candidates should have at least 10 years of experience in financial consulting and investment decision-making.
Job Description:





At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. We do this by driving Responsible Growth and delivering for our clients, teammates, communities and shareholders every day.

Being a Great Place to Work and providing a culture of caring is core to how we drive Responsible Growth. We are intentional about fostering an inclusive workplace where every teammate has the opportunity to succeed, build a career and contribute to our shared success. This includes attracting and developing exceptional talent, recognizing and rewarding performance, and supporting our teammates’ physical, emotional, and financial wellness through affordable, competitive and flexible benefits.

We value the unique perspectives individuals bring from all backgrounds and career paths - whether shaped by military service, community college education, or a wide range of work and life experiences. These journeys foster resilience, leadership and innovation, strengthening our workforce and positively impact the communities we serve.

Bank of America is committed to an in-office culture that supports collaboration, engagement, and career development. Our approach includes clear in-office expectations, while providing an appropriate level of flexibility based on role-specific responsibilities and business needs.

At Bank of America, you can build a successful career with opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact. Join us!



Job Description:
This job is responsible for working with complex, high-net-worth investors to create customized investment strategies. Key responsibilities include evaluating, designing, constructing, managing, and monitoring all aspects of discretionary portfolio management including asset allocation, portfolio construction, security/manager selection, trade execution, risk management and compliance, investment reviews, and proactive client communication. Job expectations include helping teams to drive client retention and business development, while mentoring associates.





Responsibilities:

Works to understand the client's situation and circumstances to develop and recommend an investment strategy tailored to their unique goals and objectives

Manages all aspects of the client's investment portfolio including asset allocation, portfolio construction, security/manager selection, trade execution, risk management and compliance, and investment reviews

Collaborates with teammates to deliver the bank's full array of integrated solutions, such as equities, fixed income, alternative investments, and Specialty Asset Management as appropriate

Engages with clients to review investment performance and anticipated market changes based on economic and industry analysis

Stays up-to-date on recommendations from the Chief Investment Office, current market conditions, and economic trends to anticipate and mitigate investment risks

Develops meaningful relationships with clients, while demonstrating the highest care, skill, diligence, and ethics



Required Qualifications:

Minimum of 10 years of investment decision making and financial consulting experience working with high-net-worth and ultra-high net worth clients

Has held positions of increasing responsibility with an established and prestigious financial services firm, most likely in a wealth management, private banking and/or trust field

Knowledge of fiduciary and financial products and services through extensive related work experience

Broad-based technical knowledge of investments, tax, legal and operations necessary to service clients

Knowledge of fiduciary standards, principles and applicable laws and regulations usually acquired through training, seminars or law school

Skills and experience in negotiating, delegating and leadership

Superior client service and relationship management skills



Desired Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field or equivalent financial services/business experience

Graduate Degree such as MBA or JD

Holds appropriate credentials such as CPA, CFP and/or CFA designation ​

The ideal candidate will bring an appropriate mix of financial services expertise, management and business development experience​



Skills:

Advisory

Client Investments Management

Customer and Client Focus

Investment Management

Presentation Skills

Active Listening

Analytical Thinking

Attention to Detail

Client Experience Branding

Valuation Ethics and Practice Standards

Collaboration

Critical Thinking

Data Quality Management

Trading

Written Communications



Minimum Education Requirement: High School Diploma / GED / Secondary School or equivalent





Shift:

1st shift (United States of America)



Hours Per Week:

40



Pay Transparency details





US - CT - West Hartford - 29 S MAIN ST (CT2110)



Pay and benefits information



Pay range



$135,600.00 - $300,000.00 annualized salary, offers to be determined based on experience, education and skill set.



Discretionary incentive eligible



This role is eligible to participate in the annual discretionary plan. Employees are eligible for an annual discretionary award based on their overall individual performance results and behaviors, the performance and contributions of their line of business and/or group; and the overall success of the Company.



Benefits



This role is currently benefits eligible. We provide industry-leading benefits, access to paid time off, resources and support to our employees so they can make a genuine impact and contribute to the sustainable growth of our business and the communities we serve.