Portfolio Manager Associate

ABOUT USRBC Rochdale provides investment research, portfolio management, macroeconomic outlook and strategic asset allocation to help clients meet their long-term goals. RBC Rochdale, LLC is an SEC-registered investment adviser and wholly-owned subsidiary of City National Bank.PORTFOLIO MANAGER ASSOCIATEWHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY?Implement proprietary strategies and asset allocation for RBC Rochdale clients. Assist Sr. Portfolio Managers (SPM) in the development of short-and long-term investment strategies and approaches to achieve investment goals for clients.WHAT WILL YOU DO?Partner with portfolio managers to recommend initial strategic asset class allocation for new clients, and recommendations for trades and allocation changes for existing clients.Respond to incoming calls, emails, and inquiries from clients - Portfolio characteristics, economic updates, and the firm’s investment thesis - Specific strategies and solutions: business description and reasons we own - Tie everything to client’s goals and aspirations - Create, research, and provide detailed ad-hoc analysesManage the Book: analyses/activities on the total book of business, segments of the book, and client portfolios. - Track new clients and specific actions to take across the Book and for specific clientsTrade execution; buy and sell securities to implement asset allocations for client portfolios, based on client’s investment mandates, cash needs, firm strategy changes and general rebalancing; assess tax liabilities and client directed account restrictions to determine whether macro investment decisions are applicable on the account level; manage complex situations.Monitor client portfolios for deviations from specified strategy or to provide investment recommendations.Create and/or review client portfolio review presentations and portfolio risk/return analysis presentations.Manage the workflow and development of teammates: - Training of systems and procedures - Foster growth of responsibilities, and thinking, and serving clients - Delegate portfolio management tasks between the team membersReinforce PM/Research guidance throughout the team environment, i.e., a bridge between PMs/Research to teammates.Promote the development and growth of our colleagues; nurture and care about their aspirations and goals.Collaborate with technology, strategy, operations, trading teams, etc., to improve processes across the firm.Support the management of process control on the team.Complete special projects as requested.WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?Required Qualifications*Bachelor's DegreeMinimum 4 years of experience in Investment ManagementFINRA Series 65, or the ability to obtainAdditional QualificationsMaster's Degree MBA and/or CFA, received or underway, preferredThink and act like a PM; stand in as the PM – team and client facing; mindset of serving clientsWell-versed on macro-economic environment, and able to tell the Rochdale story to convey our value-proposition, and convey and reinforce our messagingInterest in, desire to follow, and love for marketsAbility to articulate the complex in understandable and consumable terms to clients with varied investment knowledge and understanding; shift seamlessly from high-level concepts to drill down into specificsSkill in demonstrating empathy, emotional intelligence, relationship management, and communicationsExtensive knowledge of markets and industry as well as portfolio management expertiseComprehensive understanding of Rochdale investment and research philosophyAnalytical skills, ability to translate and implement theoretical into practical, flawless execution and quality, and attention to detailOperate well in a high growth environment; ability to manage high volume task orientation while contemplating future growth and team capabilitiesAbility to work independently and use sound judgmentExtensive knowledge of the Firm’s proprietary trading system, as well as the portfolio accounting systemAssessment of skills and capabilities of othersTeaching skillsContinuous improvement mindsetStrong problem solving skillsWHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?CompensationStarting base salary: $92,114 - $156,880 per year. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. This job is eligible for bonus and/or commissions.Benefits and PerksAt City National, we strive to be the best at whatever we do, including the benefits and perks we offer our colleagues including:Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including Medical, Dental and Vision plans, available the first of the month following start dateGenerous 401(k) company matching contributionCareer Development through Tuition Reimbursement and other internal upskilling and training resourcesValued Time Away benefits including vacation, sick and volunteer timeSpecialized health and family planning benefits including fertility benefits, and cancer, diabetes and musculoskeletal support programsCareer Mobility support from a dedicated recruitment teamColleague Resource Groups to support networking and community engagementGet a more detailed look at our Benefits and Perks.ABOUT USSince day one we've always gone further than the competition to help our clients, colleagues and communities flourish. City National Bank was founded in 1954 by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs and that legacy of integrity, community and unparalleled client relationships continues today. City National is a subsidiary of Royal Bank of Canada, one of North America’s leading diversified financial services companies. To learn more about City National and our dynamic company culture, visit us at About Us.INCLUSION AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENTCity National Bank fosters an inclusive environment where all forms of diversity are valued and leveraged to make us a better company and employer. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other basis protected by law.It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.*Represents basic qualifications for the position. To be considered for this position, you must at least meet the required qualifications. careers.cnb.com accepts applications on an ongoing basis, until filled.Unless otherwise indicated as fully remote, reporting into a designated City National location is an essential function of the job.