Key Private Bank Sr Portfolio Strategist

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ABOUT THE JOB (JOB BRIEF):

Manages and constructs investment portfolios in accordance with client investment goals and objectives. Advises clients on appropriate strategies and constructs and customizes portfolios according to client needs or preferences. Maintains a high level of collaboration with relationship team to provide effective strategies, solutions and optimal levels of service that exceeds client expectations. Position is expected to offer the complete breadth and depth of the Wealth Segment suite of capabilities. Position may manage Portfolio Advisor Associates and/or mentor less experienced Portfolio Managers. This position collaborates and performs as part of the relationship management team to assure that the Wealth Segment goals are met by executing the client strategy.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Manages investment accounts of a large and complex nature with discretionary latitude for advising, planning and executing investment strategies.
• Evaluates client goals and objectives, contributes to team development of relationship strategy and constructs investment portfolios to execute strategy.
• Reviews and structures investment portfolios in accordance with client objectives and investment policy, initiates investment programs and executes appropriate transactions consistent with investment strategy.
• Advises clients and executes investment strategies consistent with the Principals of an open architecture platform.
• Pursues and implements broad asset allocation strategies consistent with the Wealth Segment's investment strategy guidance.
• Reviews portfolios to analyze investment performance. Maintains compliance with all internal policies and procedures.
• Maintains deep expertise in financial markets and other related areas while also participating on or contributing to various investment committees.
• Has the knowledge and ability to manage investment portfolios within a fiduciary framework.
• Assists the relationship management team in the development of investment policy and strategy.
• Actively engages with the relationship management team in relationship reviews and offer ideas and strategies to actualize client aspirations and further position Key as the client's trust advisor.
• Interfaces with other Wealth Segment advisors and sales team members as necessary to provide exemplary service to the client.
• Provides timely feedback to the Relationship Manager regarding important/critical events and/or discussions that occur with the client.
• Confers with clients other advisors to provide advice relating to asset allocation and the execution of overall investment strategy.
• Works within the relationship management team to introduce existing clients to the breadth and depth of products and services of the Wealth Segment, showcasing capabilities to further business development objectives.
• Is well versed in, and can articulate the competitive advantages of the Key Private Bank platform and process as a portfolio advisor.
• Responsible for either meeting or exceeding assigned individual sales goals which can include expanding existing client business, referrals and or new business growth.
• In conjunction with other members of the relationship team, meets and communicates with clients, prospective clients, and centers of influences, fostering business relationships to develop new business referrals and to enhance the Community Bank's image.
• May advise a portfolio of Investment Management and Trust clients. Fosters a culture of accountability by continually coaching and assessing the strengths and development needs of employees and initiating appropriate actions
  Works with each market's District President and Sales Manager to ensure that the investment teams available within markets are staffed with highly qualified employees who are maintaining and growing the investment book of business.
• Creates an atmosphere of communication and collaboration which includes the ability to coach and lead employees and team to deliver on their objectives and contribute to both the success of the team and the individual.
• Promotes and coached to the use of open architecture solutions both in words and setting the appropriate example for their team.
• Ensures that the ream is staffed with highly qualified and motivated employees.
• Provides training and development opportunities to maximize results and provides opportunities for career advancement.
• Provides advice and counsel to staff on complex issues

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Undergraduate degree in a business related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in the investment management field.
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills (both written and verbal).
• Strong client focus.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Ability to work as part of a sales and client servicing team.
• Experience and proven success in an open architecture environment.
• Progress towards advanced degree or professional certification.
• Previous experience in managing assigned staff of professionals.
• Demonstrated track record of sales success.
• Experience managing a high net worth book of business.
• Ability to use: office equipment, Trust accounting system and portfolio management system.

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